Janet Mbugua was on the receiving end after tweeting her unsolicited opinion on the directive by the Ministry of Health concerning the Coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic discouraging social gatherings.
The former Citizen TV news anchor took to Twitter advising Christians not to put their lives at risk by physically attending church.
“I’m sorry but Christians claiming they have to physically go to church and those welcoming ‘their flock’ amid all the warnings and directives, are hypocrites. Check yourself. Actually read The Word because I’m pretty sure God speaks about wisdom, honour and obedience throughout. SMH (shaking my head), ” Janet tweeted. Janet’s post did not sit well with a section of online users who lashed out at her for seemingly attacking Christians.
“Janet when was the last time you attended a church a real service? Which death do you fear? Physical death of the body or spiritual. So God can do some things to some extent. Anything wrong by going to church with precautions in place?” wrote one Twitter user, Michael Riegi Janam.
“Calling people hypocrites is just off the wall for your faith seems to be pegged on a weighing scale balance. You’re neither here or there,” added Peter Kariuki
‘Corona is bigger than you’
Responding to the tweets, Janet asked that people see the bigger picture and stop downplaying the virus.
“Folks trying to justify large gatherings (it’s not just at church, by the way. Night clubs/ social areas too) aren’t thinking of others, only hearing their voices. And if priests live at the Church as their homes, as we’ve seen The Pope do, they can still isolate #noexcuses
“#CoronavirusForDummies- You are not bigger than anyone when it comes to #COVID19. The trolling, defending and excusing will only hurt you. Even a deputy governor isn’t above the law! Read, humble yourself and get educated. Stay at home! Unless absolutely necessary; for emergencies,” she wrote.
In a previous post, the author and content creator called upon individuals to be vigilant in the fight against coronavirus.
“Fam, this is bigger than you. This pandemic is bigger than your desire to be seen front and centre at the club, place of worship, etc.”
“I’m here to share resources that I find helpful and engage you in a healthy manner. We’re collectively living a day at a time. Some have found renewed vigour in life, while others are heavy-hearted. Check on each other,” she concluded.
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