The executive directors of both the BC Civil Liberties Association and the Canadian Civil Liberties Association have written provincial health authorities to ask them to allow in-person worship and to explain any restrictions preventing faith groups from gathering. Following is… Read more →
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Restrictions on religious gatherings a reminder of ‘Forgotten Freedoms’
by Flyn Ritchie • • 2 Comments
This is an awkward time to question the validity of public health orders which prevent faith groups from gathering, given the spike in COVID-19 cases. News of three churches opening their doors last Sunday has elicited much negative comment from… Read more →
Promoting a vision of ‘Our Whole Society’
by Paul S. Rowe • • 1 Comment
“Believe whatever you want, but don’t impose those beliefs on me!” It’s a commonly held position, and summarizes the way that many people in our society think about the intersection of religious faith and public life. A possible solution to… Read more →