Couple fights city fine for illegal Bible study

Published September 23, 2011 4:00am ET



A husband and wife in California host a Bible study in their home. For this quiet exercise of their Christian faith, city officials have fined them hundreds of dollars, and will continue fining them every time they meet. This issue is now going to court. Chuck and Stephanie Fromm hold weekly Bible studies in their San Juan Capistrano home. According to city officials, they’ve attracted as many as 50 people in their 4,700-square foot house. Some of these gatherings also involve songs and sermons taught by Chuck, and are regarded as home-based church services.

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