Christian legal organizations have been contacted, such as the Alliance Defending Freedom, which made the following statement: “The city council and its attorneys are engaging in an inquisition designed to stifle any critique of its actions.”
The mayor has identified some specific pastors that she is apparently targeting, including Steve Riggle, pastor of the Grace Community Church. He was also ordered to hand over "all communications with members of your congregation."
Another targeted pastor, Tony Perkins, is also the head of the Family Research Council. He responded to the subpoena by saying: “We are not going to yield our First Amendment rights - This is absolutely a complete abuse of authority.”
He also said: “This is a shot across the bow of the church.”
Christians need to be praying about this bold, but foolish move to begin to take away religious freedom in America. Let your pastor know about this – and ask them to mention it in their prayer meetings.
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Source: http://www.foxnews.com/opinion/2014/10/14/city-houston-demands-pastors-turn-over-sermons/
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