# Pastor’s Prayer Sparks National Attention | Birmingham News

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Podcast: [Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/birmingham-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7604728)
Published: 2026-09-10T11:14:09+00:00
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A local Alabama pastor turned national figure after his church’s beach baptism was shut down — sparking his entry into politics. On FlashPoint Live, Pastor Travis Johnson shared how that moment pushed him to speak out on public platforms, including a viral prayer at a city council meeting calling for protection of children from harmful ideologies. Facing backlash from atheist groups and media calls for an apology, he defiantly declared, “We don’t bow. We stand.” His bold stance ignited a religious revival — baptisms surged to record highs that June — proving how faith in action can mobilize communities and capture the nation’s attention. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/c94cc2086850ea62

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