Eternity News | March 18th, 2020 02:03 PM
All public church gatherings in Sydney Anglican churches have been stopped, by order of Archbishop Glenn Davies.
“In light of the Prime Minister’s announcement this morning, banning enclosed gatherings in excess of 100 people, I have decided that the Anglican Church in Sydney should suspend all public church gatherings until further notice,” the Archbishop said in a public statement.
“We are encouraging all our churches to consider providing their services online or by other communication methods.
“We shall make every effort to care for our church communities and the wider public, especially those who are isolated and vulnerable.
“Anglicare Sydney will continue its vital work of showing Christ’s love in ministering to all people, especially older Australians.
“Anglican Schools will also continue to play a significant role in caring for students and families.
“I call on all Christians to pray for health workers and those seeking to develop a vaccine and to pray that the spread of this disease may slow.
“God’s love for all people has not diminished, nor his sovereignty over his world. Therefore, I urge all Christians to continue to trust in God’s goodness and mercy in this crisis, and to show Christ’s love to those affected.”
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