The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), has called on churches across the country to follow strictly COVID-19 protocols and additional directives by state governments as they prepare for their crossover night services.
The organisation advised that where the government placed an embargo on the crossover night service, churches might meet earlier to give God praises for the gift of life despite the pandemic and to place their requests for 2021 before God.
In a statement addressed to churches, the President of CAN, Dr. Samson Ayokunle said, “We, however, urge you all to abide by the directives of each state government on this so as to prevent the spread of the infection. There is no sacrifice that is too much in order to put an end to the pandemic once and for all.
“In those states, services should be closed about 10:30 pm or at most 11:00 pm to enable worshippers to return home on time. It is a passing phase and this too shall pass away in Jesus name.”
Meanwhile, the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) said it had instructed its churches to comply with the guidelines issued by the government.
The RCCG Head of Media and Public Relations, Pastor Olaitan Olubiyi explained that the church would not want to be seen as being disobedient to constituted authorities.
“As an alternative, our General Overseer will be ministering online through our various social media platforms to members who may not be able to go for the crossover night service,” Olubiyi added.
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