Camy-7 boybarians 1 lady Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 Our extended family is experiencing a very challenging and difficult event. My brother, a 13-year veteran and detective of our hometown's local police force, was recently arrested for charges related to a criminal sexual conduct (3rd degree) allegation from 6 years ago. He is on suspension from the force at this time, pending a preliminary hearing and whatever follows that. He claims his innocence, and said this is politically-motivated. If some of you here are familiar w/ those working in the political arena (law enforcement, government workers, etc), it is certain you understand how this can work. Anyway, my brother is the father of 5, and married. His wife is a teacher in the community school system. They are public servants to the small town they grew up in. This was an unexpected and shocking event for his family....so sad. His picture is plastered on the newspapers and the t.v. news, and the media is following him around as well as showing up at my parent's house for comments about the allegations. We are all still in shock over this. We have so many people praying, and I thought "Heck, why can't I also ask my homies on the boards to pray as well?" So, here I am, friends. Asking that whenever it comes to your mind, that you pray for my brother and his family. Pray the Lord will speak to his heart w/ encouragement as he has never known it. He is not faithfully following Jesus at this time. His wife is like a cheerleader at God's pep rally and is fervent in prayer, so I'm thankful for her presence in his life. Please pray for the right attorneys, legal fee provision (which many in the community have already offered!), peace for the family, protection over his public-school children (they'll be in the spotlight, too), and continued healing in our family relationships. God has hit my brother hard with this, and many of my prayers have already been answered...I praise Him for that! My brother described what he termed "the worst day of his life" as he was cuffed, read his rights, and then escorted to the court to make an appearance before those whom he works with on a daily basis. I think of it as the "best day of his life" because God called his name, and my brother had no choice but to look to him for help. He said a peace came over him like he has never known before...PTL! Sigh... Thanks for listening, Camy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amy g. Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 I'll pray for your family. A friend's husband went through something similar. He was eventually cleared of all charges, but you know how stressful it was to have the "story" all over the news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nakitty Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 I'm sorry your family is going through such a terrible ordeal....I will send positive thoughts your way! May truth and justice prevail! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mamagistra Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 Praying here, (((Camy.))) :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merry Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 and that your brother and family will come through this stronger than before and that justice will be served. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Alfred Academy Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Sorry you and your family are going through this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dayle in Guatemala Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 :grouphug:Camy--I'll be praying for all of you.:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sunshine Posted August 2, 2008 Share Posted August 2, 2008 Cling to His word. It covers every thing. He is faithful and true. Praying for your family. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted August 3, 2008 Share Posted August 3, 2008 Praying here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PinkInTheBlue Posted August 3, 2008 Share Posted August 3, 2008 Oh Camy! I'm so sorry. My thoughts are with you and your family as well as prayers! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OnTheBrink Posted August 3, 2008 Share Posted August 3, 2008 Praying over the whole situation! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klmama Posted August 3, 2008 Share Posted August 3, 2008 ((Camy)) Praying for your brother, that God will use this event in his life to draw him close, and that all will be well in the end. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pianoplayer Posted August 3, 2008 Share Posted August 3, 2008 Praying for you all!:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sugarfoot Posted August 3, 2008 Share Posted August 3, 2008 Praying for you and your family:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brindee Posted August 3, 2008 Share Posted August 3, 2008 Definitely praying here! May God work it all out for the best! :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muffinmom Posted August 3, 2008 Share Posted August 3, 2008 Oh, Camy... prayers here. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sdWTMer Posted August 3, 2008 Share Posted August 3, 2008 Oh my goodness. How awful! Will pray. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WTMindy Posted August 3, 2008 Share Posted August 3, 2008 Praying for your family, Camy!! :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amy in Orlando Posted August 3, 2008 Share Posted August 3, 2008 Prayers here, Camy. What a nightmare. ((())) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gardenschooler Posted August 3, 2008 Share Posted August 3, 2008 I will be praying, Camy. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Camy-7 boybarians 1 lady Posted August 3, 2008 Author Share Posted August 3, 2008 You have comforted me with your words and thoughts. It does mean so much to me. Blessings, Camy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TammyinTN Posted August 3, 2008 Share Posted August 3, 2008 Praying for your family. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tammyla Posted August 3, 2008 Share Posted August 3, 2008 Prayers here, Camy.:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Camy-7 boybarians 1 lady Posted August 6, 2008 Author Share Posted August 6, 2008 Thanks for praying! And to those of you who haven't read this yet, due to its proverbial burial at the bottom of the board pile, I humbly request your prayers. My brother is now being encouraged by an outpouring of amazing support from community professionals, friends, relatives, etc. He sounds like a different person and not the hardcore cop/detective w/ the tough exterior shell. He now has a pitbull of a lawyer w/ a lot of experience in whom he has a lot of confidence. Thanks for your continued thoughts and prayers! Blessings, Camy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connie1961 Posted August 6, 2008 Share Posted August 6, 2008 I am so sorry to hear this. I can't image the pain that everyone is going through. Will pray for all!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhonda in TX Posted August 6, 2008 Share Posted August 6, 2008 My brother was arrested for a very serious crime about 15 years ago. It all worked out in the end, but it was a horrific experience for the whole family. It also makes you look at the judicial process in a whole new light. I will be praying for your brother and the rest of your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer in MI Posted August 6, 2008 Share Posted August 6, 2008 Oh Camy. I'm so sorry you and your family are going through this. I'll keep you in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Dominion Heather Posted August 6, 2008 Share Posted August 6, 2008 I just saw this, Camy. I'll be praying for your brother and his family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WTMindy Posted August 6, 2008 Share Posted August 6, 2008 Saying more prayers here! Please keep us posted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mysticamethyst Posted August 6, 2008 Share Posted August 6, 2008 My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. I am sadden that your family has to go though this. I hope your family is able to clear up this mess very quickly.:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharon in SC Posted August 10, 2008 Share Posted August 10, 2008 Camy, as I read the updates on your post I am reminded of this verse in the OT: "Put your trust in the Lord, and he will do this, he will make your righteousness shine like the dawn, the justice of your cause like the noon day sun." At the least, this may represent an incentive presented at just the right moment for your brother to make a commitment to Christ in Whom He *can* trust. Past that, this verse says it all to the innocent man unjustly accused! Meanwhile, may your sister in law find comfort in this verse today. Because God sees them as *one*, she can claim this promise on your brother's behalf! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaMere Academy Posted August 10, 2008 Share Posted August 10, 2008 Praying for your entire family and that the truth prevails. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris in CA Posted August 10, 2008 Share Posted August 10, 2008 :grouphug: Praying here as well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alenee Posted August 10, 2008 Share Posted August 10, 2008 Cling to His word. It covers every thing. He is faithful and true. Praying for your family. :grouphug: Well said. Praying here too.:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4kids4me Posted August 11, 2008 Share Posted August 11, 2008 Camy, I'll be praying for him, his family, and you and your family as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
missplacedalaskan Posted August 11, 2008 Share Posted August 11, 2008 I'm just now seeing this. Praying for your brother and family. I hope everything clears up quickly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vida Winter Posted August 11, 2008 Share Posted August 11, 2008 Camy, I'm praying for all of you. :grouphug: Dana Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elm in NJ Posted August 11, 2008 Share Posted August 11, 2008 Praying over here too. I'm so sorry you are going through this. Elmeryl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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