As FYI, I didn't see "it" at first either. Further, I'm guessing that despite being located in Missippi, the group did not see the KKK connection, either. Done in humor? No, like most of us, the burning cross was probably nowhere on the radar screen, when this decision to sell this trinket was made.
On the other hand, here in the progressive northwest, many Christian churches, included evangelical ones, are removing their crosses. Some use the racial history as a reason. Others say it has lost its meaning as being redemptive, and has come to be viewed as morbid and triumphalist.
Personally, I understand the LDS rational, but am saddened that many of these churches are giving up a historic symbol with deep meanings, due mostly to marketing strategy.
On the other hand, the American Family people might consider giving up the lights, at least, out of respect and as a true demonstration of being "pro-family."
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