KU police officers stand by as students challenge evangelical ministers

Two evangelical ministers caused a bit of a stir Wednesday at Kansas University’s Wescoe Beach, a popular hangout for students on campus.

One of the ministers was discussing his religious beliefs, which generated a crowd of about 100 students who stood around him and challenged his words. He was carrying a large cane and wearing a sign that read “Fear God, Trust Jesus.”

Capt. Schuyler Bailey, KU Public Safety Office spokesman, said a few campus police officers stood nearby to make sure there were no problems and that everyone’s point of view was heard.