Child Evangelism Fellowship (CEF) has won a significant legal victory, securing a permanent statewide injunction allowing Good News clubs to operate in all public school districts across Hawaii. These weekly gatherings teach children aged 5-12 about the Bible, memory verses, and praise songs, while also fostering fellowship and fun. Represented by Liberty Counsel, CEF filed a lawsuit against Hawaii education officials after several school districts blocked the clubs from using public school facilities, while permitting secular groups access. The courts ruled that such actions violated the first and 14th amendments of the US constitution, ensuring religious organizations have equal access to public spaces. Fred Pry of CEF welcomed the ruling as a triumph for religious freedom and free speech. Liberty Counsel continues to defend Christian clubs in other states, with plans to challenge similar restrictions in California. This victory highlights the enduring importance of protecting constitutional rights for faith-based organizations in public settings.
Hawaii ordered to allow Good News clubs at every school
Written by David Fletcher 12 Dec 2024Additional Info
- Praise: God for protecting religious freedom and the Gospel opportunity that this opens up. Pray for continued victories for Christian clubs nationwide. (Psalm 33:12 )
- More: www.faithwire.com/2024/12/05/court-orders-hawaii-to-allow-good-news-clubs-at-every-public-school/
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