Ohio Pastor Charged for Operating 24/7 Homeless Shelter in Church
TL;DR
Pastor Chris Avell of Dad's Place Church in Ohio faces zoning violation charges for keeping the church open 24/7 to help the homeless, as the church is zoned as a central business and not allowed to have people eating, washing clothes, or sleeping on the property. Despite the charges, Avell maintains that it's his way of worshiping God and fulfilling the teachings of taking care of those in need.
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