There are lots of stories about religious symbols being banned from public holiday displays. But this is a story about a church that is basically banning Santa.

The Born Again Independent Baptist Church has posted this Christmas message on their outside sign: "Santa is Satan." (Source: WJBF.com)

Neighbors who live near the church say the sign is par for the course for the Rev. Edward Carothers. Carothers did not respond to requests for comment, according to the report.

More popular and trending stories

The message is not shared by all churches in the town. Carrel Davis, a youth director at a Methodist Church, said he’s fine with Santa Claus.

"You're not going to find scripture in the Bible saying that (it) is a sin to believe. I don't think it does harm to kids. Tell kids what Santa does; he is a giver," Davis said.

About the Author

Keep Reading

Gwinnett County Fair takes place this weekend with carnival rides, livestock shows, a circus and more. (Photo courtesy of Gwinnett County Fair/Dustin Grau)

Credit: Photo courtesy of Gwinnett County Fair/Dustin Grau

Featured

A rendering of the columbarium memorial that is estimated to be completed by next summer or fall in the southeast part of Oakland Cemetery, officials said. (Courtesy of Historic Oakland Foundation)

Credit: Historic Oakland Foundation