Online services as church doors forced to close
The Lord Bishop of Sodor and Mann says the decision to close churches during the pandemic had to be made in the interests of public health.
Reverend Peter Eagles has reflected on the events of the past 12 months, and the impact Covid restrictions have had on faith groups across the Island.
He says the suspension of public worship was necessary, and the real challenge was ensuring congregations could continue to practise their faith remotely:
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