(TOPEKA, Kan.)—
Topeka's Westboro Baptist Church has a new neighbor.
A group called "Planting Peace" just moved across the street from the church known for its anti-gay protests. Their house, called the Equality House, has been painted with all the colors of the rainbow, which represents the gay pride flag.
Aaron Jackson said the group's goal is to create anti-bullying programs across America.
"We want to be asthetically pleasing," he said. "Our goal isn't to offend anyone."
Jackson said he read about the Phelps family last year. He then used Google to find out where the church was located. He decided to purchase the property after noticing for sale signs in the area.
Topeka officials said the rainbow house does not violate city code.
