WIN: Virginia Couple Settles With Apartment That Banned Bible Studies, Will Continue Religious Gatherings

Will Maule : Jan 10, 2020
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"It's just a great relief to have this behind us and be able to move forward," -Kenneth Hauge

[Faithwire.com] A Virginia couple embroiled in a legal battle with their apartment complex over the holding of Bible studies has reached a settlement, according to their attorney. (Screengrab image: via Fox 5 News)

Last Summer, Fredericksburg residents Ken and Liv Hauge revealed that they had been threatened with eviction after holding Bible studies in their private apartment.

As a result, faith-based law firm First Liberty got involved and filed a lawsuit, arguing that the ban was a violation of the Fair Housing Act, by discriminating against the couple's freedom of religion.

Now, finally, an agreement has been reached, and it was a huge win for the Hauge's and freedom of religious expression as a whole. The new settlement involves the Hauge's signing a new lease at the complex which stipulates that they are permitted to host Bible studies in the community room or in their private apartment... Subscribe for free to Breaking Christian News here

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