Church that once sued over COVID-19 restrictions continues services after 74 people infected

A church in Oregon is continuing to hold in-person services even after health officials said 74 people in the congregation contracted COVID-19. Following the coronavirus outbreak at People's Church in Salem, the Oregon Health Authority has launched an investigation, the Associated Press reports.

The church frequently posts video updates on its Facebook page. In April, Pastor Tom Murray said in a video that there has been an increase in positive tests, hospitalizations and intensive care unit patients across the U.S.  "Even within our church family, you've asked us to pray with you and pray for you as you told us about illness in your homes," he said, adding that the church is open, but people who are sick should stay home and watch services online. He also assured members of the church that is is cleaned frequently and thoroughly.