On April 20, the State Board of Social Services correctly upheld the fundamental right of faith-based      child placement agencies to continue their great work of helping children and families without governmental intrusion into the practice of their faith.

Faith-based child placement agencies have a right, under federal and state law, to make decisions that are  consistent with their religious beliefs, including their beliefs about marriage and family life. This right must be respected and preserved.

If actions are taken against this fundamental right it would be a direct violation of the first amendment of our Constitution.  Please represent our concerns accordingly.

Sincerely,

Pastor Joe Horrell