Bishop Curry Responds to Arrest of Duke Researcher, Episcopal Diocese of North Carolina, July 1, 2009

Bishop Curry Responds to Arrest of Duke Researcher

Episcopal Diocese of North Carolina
July 1, 2009

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Bishop Michael B. Curry

The Rt. Rev. Michael B. Curry has released a statement regarding the arrest and ongoing investigation of Frank Lombard, the Duke University researcher facing federal charges involving his adopted 5-year old son. In his statement released on June 29, 2009, the bishop said:

"Frank Lombard is a parishioner of a congregation in the diocese of North Carolina. It is the bishop’s policy that in matters such as these, clergy will cooperate fully with law enforcement and allow the judicial process to run its course. In keeping with this same policy, clergy will not comment on investigations which are still in progress. The bishops and clergy of this diocese are committed to making certain that all of our churches remain safe places where all may worship and serve God. The Church is providing pastoral care and spiritual guidance for all parishioners who have been affected by this painful situation.”