Comments on: Arrest Made After Escambia County Pastor Shot At His Church

By: Martha Grant

Martha Grant — Wed, 22 May 2013 22:39:56 +0000

Randy is a good, godly man. I’ve known him all of my life, have spent weeks with him, Jewel and the kids, they have spent weeks at our home. He is my cousin, and a wonderful individual. Perhaps he’s had a medication issue…my precious Randy is not a violent man, although he is clinically depressed, by diagnosis. God is his judge, not man. The pastor needs prayer for his part in this mess. I realize that he is human, but held to a higher standard. I pray that Randy and Jewel will be able to reconcile and live out the remainder of their lives together.

By: I know this man

I know this man — Sun, 20 Jan 2013 04:58:21 +0000

I just cannot believe Randy did this. His meds have to be messed up. The man I have met on many occasions was one of the kindest most gentle people I know. Very giving and Loving. I am very saddened.

By: Darko Sladovic

Darko Sladovic — Fri, 07 Sep 2012 14:26:41 +0000

No! Do not judge him. Just understand there are a number of–secure–long term care facilities that can meet his needs. Medication adjustments will be closely monitored. He will be well-cared for and Glocks will not be allowed.

His lawyer will be setting him up for this when he pulls the “insanity’ card and gets his client committed to State Hospital or WFCCC.

His freedom will come to an end by means of a civil committment to a facility or sent to prison after being found guilty in a criminal court.

His life as he knew it is over.

By: Robert Barton.

Robert Barton. — Thu, 06 Sep 2012 22:11:14 +0000

I know both and have heard that Randy has had his medications adjusted recently. I have seen first hand what can happen when Meds are changed. So do not pre judge.

By: homebody

homebody — Thu, 06 Sep 2012 14:55:44 +0000

Maybe something happened that’s not being told or maybe the shooter’s mental health is in question. Dementia or a stroke could cause him to be irrational. From what I’m reading he’s not a bad man. Praying for all involved and their families as well as the church family.

By: Glen Brown

Glen Brown — Thu, 06 Sep 2012 14:44:40 +0000

It is very common to hear people say that someone who has committed a violent act “is such a nice person,” but let’s remember that man looks on the outside, but God looks upon the heart.

By: Pat Andrews

Pat Andrews — Thu, 06 Sep 2012 14:07:13 +0000

We are praying up here in south Alabama and my heart is broken!

By: Haywood Day

Haywood Day — Thu, 06 Sep 2012 12:28:59 +0000

I am a pastor and have known Randy for years. He is a very dear friend. I’m praying for the pastor and Randy and their families.

By: Chris Brown

Chris Brown — Thu, 06 Sep 2012 12:10:19 +0000

Please let us know if Potential Church can help in any way. We are definitely praying for all involved. Let us know!

Chris Brown
Elder – Potential Church

By: BamaBoy

BamaBoy — Thu, 06 Sep 2012 11:57:37 +0000

Church Discipline would apply here and his membership would be revoked! and before all you pious folks out there say…Well you must forgive and blah blah blah let me shoot you in the leg and see how long you and I continue to fellowship.