The divided reaction highlighted a phenomenon that has become increasingly apparent in recent polls and surveys: Vaccine skepticism is more widespread among white evangelicals than almost any other major bloc of Americans. “These vaccines are cause for evangelicals to celebrate and give thanks to God,” he said via email. The church hosted a vaccine drive for staff and volunteers at other churches; 217 people got their first doses March 22. But recent surveys show Black Protestants are more open to vaccinations than white evangelicals. “This pandemic has hit our community like a plague — and that’s made our job easier,” said Bishop Timothy Clarke of First Church of God, a Black evangelical church in Columbus, Ohio.

Source: ABC News April 05, 2021 17:51 UTC