June 25th, 2008
An interesting article in Australia’s Diamond Valley Leader indicates that the growing inerest by the Exclusive Brethren in purchasing more and more real estate may have its roots in a local congregation maximum of 50. Certain statements by their Planning Consultant indicate that this was a reason for seeking a fourth church in the town of Nillumbik.
Their trademark windowless fortresses, with barred and padlocked gates, are of increasing concern in many communities.
Brethren’s bid for Eltham site
by Engel Schmidl
A RECLUSIVE Christian group may get its fourth church in four years in Nillumbik if a planning application succeeds.
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