The Maine Supreme Judicial Court is weighing whether a lower court violated parental and religious rights by barring a mom from taking her daughter to church, according to media reports. Following a 2024 Portland District Court order, Emily Bickford was prohibited from reading Scripture to her daughter or taking her to church or various Christian events without the father’s approval, CBN and Decision Magazine reported.
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The child’s father reportedly objected after she sought baptism at a local church, according to news outlets. Among concerns, Liberty Counsel contends the ruling violates the First Amendment. The court reportedly heard arguments in November and is expected to rule in coming weeks.
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Mother barred from taking daughter to church awaits Maine high court ruling – Decision Magazine
Judge’s Ruling Blocks Maine Mom from Taking Her Daughter to Christmas Church Services -CBN
Mom Battles Judge’s Order Banning Her Taking Daughter to Church -Newsweek
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