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Funeral arrangements have been set for F. L. "Bubba" Copeland Jr., the mayor of Smiths Station, Alabama, and Senior Pastor of First Baptist Church of Phenix City, who tragically took his own life. A public visitation will be held on Wednesday evening, followed by a funeral service on Thursday at First Baptist Church of Phenix City.
Members of First Baptist Church of Phenix City gathered to mourn the death of Pastor F.L. "Bubba" Copeland, who was also the mayor of Smiths Station. Funeral arrangements were announced, and the church expressed their love and concern for their pastor. Copeland's death by suicide came shortly after controversial photos of him wearing women's clothing and makeup were published. The church emphasized their commitment to showing God's love and supporting one another during difficult times.
Charles Stanley, the founder of In Touch Ministries and a well-known preacher and evangelical broadcaster, has died at the age of 90. Stanley pastored at First Baptist Church in Atlanta for over 50 years and his sermons were broadcast in 180 nations and translated into 55 languages. He authored over 70 books and was a stalwart conservative in the Southern Baptist Convention. Stanley faced controversy in his personal life, including a public divorce and criticism for his stance against same-sex marriage. Memorial services will be private, but the public can pay their respects at First Baptist Church Atlanta on Saturday.