Can we legally open? Do I have to wear a mask when I preach? What about members of the congregation? The Governor recently issued new decrees that impact churches and religious organizations. Here is our analysis.
Although the Governor holds enhanced authority under a state of emergency, this authority is not absolute.
Some individuals are now improperly relying on a Federal Court decision issued today by District Judge Terrence G. Berg to support FEM’s attempt to use e-signatures for its ballot initiative.
On April 6, 2020, Kent County Chief Circuit Judge Mark Trusock issued a court order authorizing the police to involuntarily detain (arrest) anyone suspected to be a “carrier and health threat” to the community.
On April 13, 2020, without the approval of the Secretary of State, FEM unilaterally announced it will begin collecting petition signatures electronically on its website.
Governor Whitmer’s “Stay at Home” Executive Order - What it means for Churches and Religious Organizations
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer recently issued Executive Order (EO) 2020-35 regarding education of K-12 school children for the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year and it effectively bans Home Education.
A Commentary on the Michigan Board of Education not providing credit to students who are doing school from home during the Covid-19 crisis.
Governor Whitmer’s “Stay at Home” Executive Order - What it means for Churches and Religious Organizations
The new LGBTQ Ballot Initiative Threatens Religious Freedom.
