So I changed my mind...

In my previous post I stated that I would wait for media to break the news of something that STV and myself  was soon to be involved in. I changed my mind for various reasons that are best kept unmentioned. On Friday I will officiate John Lee's graveside service.


If you don't know who John Lee is, I am sure you heard his name mentioned in the news if you live in the city of Abilene.
For those of you that do not know who John Lee is, I included below a statement from Det. Eric Vickers of Abilene Police Department.

"On September 7, 2011 at approximately 5:00 p.m. John Lee, a 73 year old Asian male, walked into the apartment office at 750 North Judge Ely Blvd. He was armed with a .38 caliber revolver. He approached Jacob Allan and Joshua Steed who are employees of Mesquite Square Apartments. John Lee began to shoot at Jacob Allan. In the course of firing several shots, John Lee shot Jacob Allan in the head. The bullet entered and exited Jacob’s head causing severe trauma. While this was occurring, Joshua Steed grabbed a chair and ran to Jacob’s defense. Joshua Steed engaged John Lee, and the two struggled over the gun. During the course of the struggle, John Lee suffered several injuries. Joshua survived the struggle with only minor injuries. Joshua retrieved the gun from the floor and secured it until police arrived."

John Lee eventually passed away.

A representative of John Lee approached me a week ago or so and asked if it would be okay if in the Obituary for Mr. Lee they included a request in lieu of flowers that people make a donation to STV. After much thought, counsel, and prayer I agreed to accept the kind offer. In fact, the more I think about it the more I realize how successful STV has become. STV is now literally reaching both sides of violence. 

I was then asked another question by Mr. John Lee's representative. I was asked to officiate Mr. John Lee's service.

I'm sure in the next few days I will be asked by media of all sorts why did I decide to be apart of John Lee's service. I figured it would be best if I released a statement publicly before the news went public with the story. 

Why did I choose to be a part of Mr. Lee's service?

The answer is simple. Although some would disagree with my decision, I wholeheartedly believe it is the right thing to do. I believe with all my heart that Jesus would officiate Mr. John Lee's service if He was asked to. I also believe that a person should not be remembered only by their last action. They should also be remembered for the life they lived. Although I disagree completely with Mr. Lee's actions to exercise violence against a human being, I still believe regardless of what any human being has done, they still should have a proper burial. As a result of my convictions, I will see to it that Mr. John Lee has a proper burial on Friday. 

Regardless if you agree with my decision or not, I pray that you will do all you can to SILENCE THE SILENCE, and Stop The Violence.

Make Some Noise.

C