NOTE: Before answering the following questions, read the info under “Background” and watch the video under “Resources” below.

1. List the who, what, where and when of the news report.

2. On what grounds are the church leaders taking legal actions against the English and Welsh governments?

3. a) What does the Christian Legal Center emphasize about the the governments’ ban on in-person worship services?
b) What does the claim state?

4. For how long were places of worship first locked down by the government?

5. a) Why do church leaders say the government’s renewed ban on Sunday services is unreasonable?
b) What do you think? Can churches implement the proper procedures required to reduce the risk of spreading coronavirus the way a grocery store, Walmart, Target, or pharmacy can? Explain your answer.

6. What are the church leaders calling on the government to do, according to Pastor Ade Omooba?

7. Former Bishop of Rochester, Michael Nazir-Ali, emphasized that pastors recognize the dangers associated with the pandemic but defending religious liberty is paramount. He also explained, "Church leaders see collective worship not as an optional extra but as vital to the mental and spiritual health of believers, especially for the lonely and vulnerable." Do you agree with the church leaders on the importance not only of protecting religious liberty but on the necessity of collective worship? Explain your answer.