Hillsong founder, Pastor Brian Houston has criticised the NSW government’s coronavirus rules, claiming they are inconsistent and discriminate against church gatherings.
Pastor Brian Houston shared his opinion via social media on Monday saying that church services were being limited, while other coronavirus restrictions are being eased.
The number of people allowed to worship in churches in NSW was capped at 100, regardless of the size of the building.
“We have a building with space for 4000 people yet can only have 100 in there,” he tweeted.
Pastor Brian mentioned in an interview on 2GB radio that he and the congregation want consistency as the New South Whales (NSW) government announced this week that 300 guests would be allowed at weddings from December.
“At the AFL grand final this week, 40,000 to 45,000 people will be hugging, shouting, spitting, high-fiving – it’s just the inconsistency of it,” Pastor Brian said. “Churches seem to be left behind.”
As a response to the complaints of Pastor Brian, the government of NSW has decided to relax restrictions on houses of worship. As of October 23, the number of people allowed to attend religious services will be increased from 100 to 300 as long as the house of worship has a COVID-19 safety plan and attendees provide contact details in case contact tracing is needed.
Source: The New Daily and Church Leaders