30,000 worshippers

Geoff Gobbett  |  Features
Date posted:  1 May 2006
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The reality of 30,000 Christians worshipping in a loud, lively and sincere way is somewhat overwhelming.

This happened over a 12-hour period at the Excel Exhibition Centre in London on March 31 to April 1. It was the tenth such rally sponsored by the Redeemed Christian Church of God, entitled ‘Festival of Life’.

It was this grouping that made such a vociferous and compelling protest (with other Christians) outside the House of Commons on that notable day when the Religious Hatred Bill was overturned against all expectation. For this active protest, we should be very grateful.

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