The Greek Orthodox Church has stirred up controversy after claiming that the Holy Communion cannot spread the novel coronavirus despite the advice of medical professionals. According to Australia’s Greek Orthodox Archdiocese spokesperson, Reverend Steven Scoutas, the Church will continue sharing the same spoon to drink wine as part of the Holy Communion, ABC News reported earlier today, March 14. ADVERTISEMENTThe Church, however, encourages people with symptoms of the disease to temporarily refrain from visiting churches and joining in their gatherings. “It’s an ill-considered and unscientific position to hold, and it’s putting people at risk.”The Greek Orthodox Church in Athens, Greece, meanwhile, holds the same position with its Australian counterpart regarding the spread of the disease and the Holy Communion. Ian Biong /raADVERTISEMENTRELATED STORIES:Reselling of masks for profit to be punished in Japan amid coronavirus outbreakAs tourism in Japan declines due to COVID-19, herds of deer head to streets, train station for foodFor more news about the novel coronavirus click here.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer March 14, 2020 09:11 UTC