The Bishop Eddie Long’s sexual
coercion case has caused my heart to weigh a ton. Of course, I plan to reserve
my judgment until all evidence—or lack thereof—surfaces, but the wait will not
be an easy one.
I first heard about this story late last night when I finally checked my emails; however, as of this morning, the news is nearly nationwide--(accompanied by a new victim.) After becoming somewhat drunk from all of the coverage, I really wish the court of public opinion would just take a recess until all of the facts are made available. Also, can we not forget that there are other people besides Bishop Eddie Long that may need our prayers and compassion!?! I understand wanting to be supportive of celebrities, but can we also remember that there are other victims tangled up in this mess. In fact, this entire story is more problematic than just Bishop Eddie Long.
The allegations are very layered and extremely challenging! But, I have to admit, as a single-mother, if I entrusted my son to someone in his position and I had that confidence betrayed!?! Wow! Honestly, I really can’t say what I would do, but I can almost guarantee that I would have quite a few “Catch a Case” moments! Still, until we hear everything, I’m hoping down off of my soapbox, but before I do, the mother in me would like to ask a few questions:
1. Why were the young men “former” church members….what happened that caused them to leave the church?
2. I understand that one of the alleged victims had been involved in a burglary at the church a couple of months ago. Could the burglary not be seen as a form of acting out?
3. Why were the young men on the payroll of New Birth Missionary Baptists Church without having a clear job title and job description?
4. Why haven’t we heard from a parent or guardian of the alleged victims?
5. Why haven’t we heard from Bishop Eddie Long?
I’m not judging, just sayin’. Full story…
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