Article by Anglican Bishop Michael Maxwell delivering the sermon yesterday. He advised Anglicans to be patient concerning returning to church, as community spread of COVID-19 was still an issue. - (Picture by Jameel Springer.) Social Share It is time for the faithful to get back in the pews, say some church leaders, but Anglican Bishop of Barbados Michael Maxwell is advising caution until there is a decrease in the number of active COVID-19 cases in the country. Barbados has reopened on a limited basis following the almost month-long pause in February, but churches are still only permitted a maximum of ten people for worship or to facilitate online services, as COVID-19 cases continue to mount during a second wave and community spread.