San Diego County officials recently agreed to rescind a cease-and-desist order issued to a minister holding a Bible study in his home. They originally told Dave Jones to stop hosting his study—which draws about 15 people—because it was an “unlawful use of land.” He was told to “stop religious assembly or apply for a major use permit.” Later Walter Ekard, chief administrative officer for the county, wrote: “I want to offer my apology to you, your wife, and your congregation for the unfortunate events of the past several weeks. My review of the situation shows . . . a major use permit is not required for the Bible study you have in your home.”
