A priest is Florina, western Macedonia, is threatened with suspension because he has forbidden the use of mask inside the church.
He reportedly posted an announcement at the church and informed the congregation that “we are not allowed to wear a mask in the Holy and Sanctified house of God because it shows disrespect and lack of faith.”
The announcement defying the rules of the Greek state triggered angry reactions and the news quickly reached the Bishop of Florina, Theoklitos.
In contrast to the priest, the Bishop recommends the use of a mask in the churches and in this wavelength, he decided to temporarily suspend the priest from his duties in the specific church, until the spirits calm down.
According to state broadcaster ERT TV, The Bishop has decided that if the priest does not change his mind, his suspension will not remain temporary but turn final.
