Catholic in the Bible Belt

Memphis is known for Elvis, barbecue and being part of the Bible Belt. What it is not known for is Catholicism; Memphis is ruled by Southern Baptists. Having only lived here a short while, I lack a Southern accent, I don’t root for SEC schools and I prefer the Northern climate to the sweltering Southern humidity. In addition, I am a devout Roman Catholic. Surprisingly, living in a city dominated by Southern Baptists has strengthened my Catholic faith by forcing me to defend it.

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