The Community Church of Paramus received a holiday gift from a judge Friday who ruled members could temporarily re-enter their place of worship even though the church’s ownership has changed.
Parishioner Angel Narvaez hugs Pastor Joseph Smaha after being allowed to return to the church. Superior Court Judge Harry G. Carroll granted a stay to the congregation through Jan. 1, which means members don’t have to scramble to find another location for Christmas services and bible study meetings, said E. Allen MacDuffie, the church’s attorney.
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