We are into another round of COVID restrictions in Saskatchewan.
Of interest is interpretation.
Let’s start with another province first. I read an article on a Manitoba church that had a service like the old drive-in. The writer mentioned that this was against the health order – to have a drive through or drive up service. But is the drive in service the same? Who does the interpretation? I read the health order and this case is not directly addressed.
Now, in Saskatchewan we have strict rules on gatherings. A public gathering is only up to 30 people. At least for a worship service. But do you have to wear a mask? Is this a private space with only members in attendance? And what about school playgrounds? Is the outdoors and physical distancing enough not to require masks. Read the regulations and you can find loopholes where the stitching has not quite caught up with the need for a tight fabric.
And we are back to moral choice and interpreting the legislation’s crafters intent – hopefully for the good of all!