Protests were held in Southfield on Sunday as the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality plans to make a decision this week on oil drilling in the city. The Detroit News reports a deal between a church and an oil exploration company would allow the search for oil to begin soon and many residents in Southfield are trying to fight it. Adding tension to the issue, Southfield has a moratorium on oil and gas drilling. Dozens protested in front of the Word of Faith International Christian Center over the plan to allow oil exploration on church property. Southfield Mayor Kenson Siver and State Representative Jeremy Moss were engaged with the protestors. Jordan Development, the drilling company, is awaiting approval from the MDEQ.