Pastor halts firearms training, on bishop' orders

April 23, 2015

A Michigan priest has rescinded his decisions to sponsor firearms-safety classes at his parish, on orders from his bishop.

Father Edward Fride had encouraged his congregation to purchase firearms for their personal protection, and had arranged for classes that would enable parishioners to qualify for a license to carry concealed weapons. “We’re not in Mayberry anymore,” he had said, recommending that families take action to protect themselves.

Bishop Earl Boyea of Lansing disagreed, issuing an order that firearms training should not take place on parish property. “That is his call to make and we will obviously follow his policy on this and on all decisions he makes,” Father Fride said.

 

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Further information:

• Priest says no more gun classes at Ann Arbor parish (Detroit Free Press)