chrisl said: well, in this universe, mami still alive... so yeah, why not?
I think the word "church" here is being used to refer to churches in general (i.e. Christianity, or the Christian Church) instead of referring to that one specific church ran by Kyouko's father.
(Note the capitalization differences.)
"Church" can be used for both of the above senses in Japanese and English.
The Church is quite busy during New Year's too, right?Eh? Is it?Hiya!Welcome.Sorry for intruding.Mami-san, hello!Trauma☆MagicaThe Day of Judgment is nigh!!Idolatry is a sin!!No, I'm talking about the work where you put up speakers to "urge" those who visit the shrines for Hatsumōde to repent their sins instead.
Hatsumōde refers to the first shrine visit of the year in Japan. This event is of particular significance to Japanese Shintoists/Buddhists (technically not the latter but most Japanese practice both), and is analogous to Christmas for Christians.Well, we do have worshipping services on New Year's Day though...*PAWNCH*