Covid-19 infections at churches happened before health regulations were in place: Kenneth Meshoe

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Religious delegations met President Cyril Ramaphosa last week in a bid to persuade him to consider the reopening of churches, albeit under stringent conditions.

“Those infections happened before there were any health protocols and any health regulations in place. That’s why the people were free to do whatever they wanted to do; they would kiss and hug in the church.

He said church buildings would be sterilised thoroughly before opening and regularly thereafter. They also suggested that more church services be held during the week to cater for congregants.A register of those attending different church services would be kept and no member would be allowed to attend more than one service.

During his address on Sunday, Ramaphosa said the government had had “fruitful discussions” with the religious community over the opening of spiritual worship and counselling services “subject to certain norms and standards”. While religious leaders celebrated the reopening of churches, the Jesuit Institute SA said there was “no need to open churches right now to practise our faith”.

“The more people mix, the more there is potential for spread. Places of worship are not immune to the virus.

 

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I thought church are there for people to survive but this I don't understand

Question is are they going to be responsible and protect their congregations

They sending our people to a death valley..

What you saying is let the dia it's fine just open the chuch

Open the churches🤔?= open the taverns/pubs🙃. Both institutions have an equal amount of masses flocking to them for their daily dose of sanity. 😜

with all the regulations .... There is a daily rise...

This pastor or reverend has shown his true colors during the lockdown.

Some1 needs a backbone

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