Maybe our churches are not essential after all Numerous democrat governors have declared that churches are not essential. What did 99% of churches do? They just shrugged their shoulders and went along with it. Sure a few whined a little and a few even signed a petition. But I sincerely think 90% of these churches would be content to stream church services until the end of time if the Democrat governors decided it. I loathe the BLM protesters, but at least they stand up for their beliefs. If pastors agree their churches are non essential, why should I disagree?