Written by: Rev KRJ Meshoe MP
Article Source: ACDP Media Statement
The ACDP condemns the indiscriminate shooting of Christians who were praying at a Church in Sebokeng by SAPS members two days ago.
It has been reported that an old lady was allegedly shot by police with a rubber bullet between the eyes, and is now receiving medical attention.
Government must stop consulting with the South African Council of Churches only as not all churches in SA are affiliated to them. To get a balanced and objective opinion of what most churches and religious organizations in SA are saying, government should broaden their consultations to be more inclusive.
Consultation is a key pillar of our democracy and any new law which government seeks to enact without proper consultation, can and has been challenged in a court of law.
The ACDP questions why casinos, restaurants, bars, movie theatres, and shopping malls have been allowed to stay in operation, but churches in South Africa are not allowed to meet for prayer.
If churches are able to comply with the same health and hygiene protocols as those in the business sector, why shut them down?
Most, if not all, churches have been complying with the health and hygiene regulations, but it appears to us that churches have become a soft target.
All church organisations, including those in Sebokeng, should also be consulted and informed even if they are not affiliated to the SACC.
Date published: 12/01/2021
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