Freedom
Church Regains Stall at University Fair After Ban
Faith Facts
- A church in Greenwich was initially barred from a university event due to a new policy banning religious groups.
- Legal intervention highlighted that the exclusion could amount to discrimination under UK law.
- The company suspended its policy, allowing the church to attend the fair without admitting liability.
Grace Church Greenwich faced exclusion from a Goldsmiths University freshers’ fair after previously being allowed to participate. Native, the organizing company, cited a new rule against booking religious organizations.
The church sought support from The Christian Institute, which issued a legal warning about possible discrimination based on faith.
Native reversed the ban, ending its policy that prevented religious groups from participating. This ensures Christian organizations like Grace Church Greenwich can continue to offer a faith-based presence to students.
Rev. Andrew Sach emphasized the importance of churches standing up for religious liberties and ensuring a Christian voice on campuses.
Pro-life groups have also faced obstacles at university events, but continue to defend their freedom to express and promote biblical values.
Other organizations promoting concerning messages have found less resistance, drawing attention to the need for vigilance in defending biblical principles in public spaces.