We're not in Mayberry anymore, Toto - Letter from Priest to his Parish

[Dave70968]

"He that suffers his life to be taken from him by one that hath no authority for that purpose, when he might preserve it by defense, incurs the Guilt of self murder since God hath enjoined him to seek the continuance of his life, and Nature itself teaches every creature to defend itself."
--John Locke

 

[OKNewshawk]

I posted this message on Lansing Bishop Earl Boyea's Facebook page:

Your Excellency,
"And he (Jesus) said unto them, But now, he that hath a purse, let him take it, and likewise a wallet; and he that hath none, let him sell his cloak, and buy a sword." (Luke 22:36, ASV)
Even Jesus acknowledged that we have a right, a need and a duty to defend ourselves and others. Please reconsider allowing your flock the ability to learn about options for defending themselves and their loved ones in a safe and loving setting.