Religions > Atheism > Surprise! PA Pastor Convicted of 3rd Degree Murder of 4 YO Boy And Wife Beating
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"Yang, AthD \h.c" |
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13 May 2004 10:49:15 PM |
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Surprise! PA Pastor Convicted of 3rd Degree Murder of 4 YO Boy And Wife Beating |
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NORRISTOWN -- A former Upper Dublin pastor remained stoic on his day of
judgment Friday when a judge determined he maliciously used a carpenter's
level to beat a 4-year-old boy to death in 1999.
Javan Morley McBurrows, 52, former pastor of the Third Christian Church in
Philadelphia, showed no emotion as Montgomery County Judge William J. Furber
Jr. convicted him of third-degree murder in connection with the Jan. 9,
1999, death of toddler Michael Davis, a parishioner's son who was living
with McBurrows' family at the pastor's Linden Avenue home.
Furber acquitted McBurrows of first-degree murder, an intentional killing,
which could have carried the prospect of a life prison sentence or the death
penalty.
Third-degree murder, which is punishable with a possible 20 to 40 years in
prison, is a killing committed with malice but without intent. The judge
determined McBurrows acted with a depraved heart, a wicked disposition or a
reckless disregard for the consequences of his actions when he beat and
killed Michael.
Erika Davis, Michael's mother, wept when the verdict was announced. She left
the courtroom without commenting to reporters.
McBurrows was also convicted of multiple counts of simple assault for
beating his wife, Jane, four of his own children and Michael's two siblings,
who were also staying in the McBurrows' one-bedroom, one bathroom home. He
was also convicted of six counts of endangering the welfare of children
between September 1998 and January 1999.
"To God be the glory. I can close this chapter now and my children and I can
go on with our lives," said Jane McBurrows, reacting to the verdict.
"Michael can rest now; Michael can rest. I'm rejoicing. I thank God."
Furber deferred sentencing so McBurrows could undergo a presentence
evaluation, which will help the judge fashion McBurrows' punishment. If the
judge gives McBurrows a lengthy sentence for the murder and consecutive sent
ences for the assault and child endangerment convictions, McBurrows could
find himself behind bars for the rest of his life.
Deputy District Attorney Christopher Maloney said he plans to seek the
maximum sentence possible.
"I anticipate we'll be asking for the statutory maximum sentence given the
nature and extent of his abuse, not only against Michael Davis but also
against the other members of the household," said Maloney, who was assisted
by prosecutor Barbara Ashcroft. Defense lawyer Garrett Page indicated it was
premature to discuss whether McBurrows will appeal the third-degree murder
verdict.
"The reverend has been faithful throughout this process. I'm not sure if
(the verdict) has registered totally with him yet," said Page, adding he
plans to discuss post-sentencing options with McBurrows at a later date.
"He is a man of faith and a man who will look upon his God to determine how
he goes on with the rest of his life. He's a man of prayer and faith and I'm
sure he'll get through this."
During the non-jury trial, McBurrows, with the deep, soothing voice
reminiscent of his vocation, denied that he killed Michael and denied
beating his wife and children. The fifth generation of a family of pastors,
theological professors and evangelists, McBurrows said he would not harm a
child and that "the vision" God gave him was to give underprivileged
children balanced meals. McBurrows implied that his wife caused Michael's
fatal injuries and he claimed to be napping when Michael was beaten.
However, prosecutors said all evidence pointed to Javan McBurrows as Michael
's killer. Jane McBurrows was not charged with any crimes.
Jane McBurrows, the prosecution's star witness, testified she saw her
husband strike Michael between five and 10 times on the buttocks and lower
legs with a 24-inch metal-encased carpenter's level. Prosecutors contend the
beating occurred because Michael entered a bathroom where McBurrows'
daughter was undressed for a bath without closing his eyes. Jane McBurrows
said the pastor also forced the injured boy to march in the snow and rubbed
snow in the boy's face after the beating.
"The pain and torment that the little boy must have suffered is just
immeasurable in my mind, as a mother and also as an assistant district
attorney," said Ashcroft.
The beating Michael endured essentially pulverized the child's fatty tissue
into a bloody, liquid mass, Maloney alleged. Michael bled internally,
ultimately leading to hemorrhagic shock and death.
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| User: "Noelie S. Alito" |
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| Title: Re: Surprise! PA Pastor Convicted of 3rd Degree Murder of 4 YO Boy And Wife Beating |
14 May 2004 05:17:52 PM |
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"Yang, AthD (h.c)" <eacmole@//AWOLBUSH//mail.com> wrote in message
news:koSdne-tnJyr3jndRVn-gQ@comcast.com...
http://www.pottstownmercury.com/site/news.cfm?newsid=11614601&BRD=1674&PAG=461&dept_id=18041&rfi=6
NORRISTOWN -- A former Upper Dublin pastor remained stoic on his day of
judgment Friday when a judge determined he maliciously used a carpenter's
level to beat a 4-year-old boy to death in 1999.
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Greetings,
Please don't post these OT articles to talk.origins.
Thanks,
Noelie
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Surprise! Man who killed UT professor had no religious motive whatsoever!
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| User: "John Wilkins" |
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| Title: Re: Surprise! PA Pastor Convicted of 3rd Degree Murder of 4 YO Boy And Wife Beating |
14 May 2004 09:04:35 PM |
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Noelie S. Alito <noelie@deadspam.com> wrote:
"Yang, AthD (h.c)" <eacmole@//AWOLBUSH//mail.com> wrote in message
news:koSdne-tnJyr3jndRVn-gQ@comcast.com...
http://www.pottstownmercury.com/site/news.cfm?newsid=11614601&BRD=1674&PA
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NORRISTOWN -- A former Upper Dublin pastor remained stoic on his day of
judgment Friday when a judge determined he maliciously used a carpenter's
level to beat a 4-year-old boy to death in 1999.
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Greetings,
Please don't post these OT articles to talk.origins.
Thanks,
Noelie
Second that. We *know* there are warped folk out there, but their
religious opinions are neither the cause, nor are relevant in this
group, even if the event itself was. Unless you are arguing there is
some implication for evolutionary biology here, keep it in a.a.
--
Dr John S. Wilkins, www.wilkins.id.au
"I never meet anyone who is not perplexed what to do with their
children" --Charles Darwin to Syms Covington, February 22, 1857
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| User: "heyref" |
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| Title: Re: Surprise! PA Pastor Convicted of 3rd Degree Murder of 4 YO Boy And Wife Beating |
18 May 2004 04:11:50 PM |
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In talk.origins John Wilkins <john_SPAM@wilkins.id.au> wrote:
Noelie S. Alito <noelie@deadspam.com> wrote:
"Yang, AthD (h.c)" <eacmole@//AWOLBUSH//mail.com> wrote in message
NORRISTOWN -- A former Upper Dublin pastor remained stoic on his day of
judgment Friday when a judge determined he maliciously used a carpenter's
level to beat a 4-year-old boy to death in 1999.
Please don't post these OT articles to talk.origins.
Second that. We *know* there are warped folk out there, but their
religious opinions are neither the cause, nor are relevant in this
group, even if the event itself was. Unless you are arguing there is
some implication for evolutionary biology here, keep it in a.a.
Not referring to John or Noelie, but metaphorical motes, beams and eyes
come to mind. An awful lot of creationists spend an awful lot of time
posting here that Evilutionism causes all manner of bad things in our
society including acne and Paris Hilton. This is certainly as on topic as
every post claiming that evolutionary biology caused the rise of both
Communism and National Socialism. Including a reference that the pastor
had preached against teaching evolution on such grounds would bring it
squarely on topic.
--
H. Brent Howatt | The deluded are always filled with absolutes
heyref@die.spammers.rootshell.be| The rest of us have to live with ambiguity
PGP keys by email or keyserver | _Aristoi_ Walter Jon Williams
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| User: "John Wilkins" |
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| Title: Re: Surprise! PA Pastor Convicted of 3rd Degree Murder of 4 YO Boy And Wife Beating |
18 May 2004 08:11:10 PM |
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heyref <heyref@phenix.rootshell.be> wrote:
In talk.origins John Wilkins <john_SPAM@wilkins.id.au> wrote:
Noelie S. Alito <noelie@deadspam.com> wrote:
"Yang, AthD (h.c)" <eacmole@//AWOLBUSH//mail.com> wrote in message
NORRISTOWN -- A former Upper Dublin pastor remained stoic on his day
of judgment Friday when a judge determined he maliciously used a
carpenter's level to beat a 4-year-old boy to death in 1999.
Please don't post these OT articles to talk.origins.
Second that. We *know* there are warped folk out there, but their
religious opinions are neither the cause, nor are relevant in this
group, even if the event itself was. Unless you are arguing there is
some implication for evolutionary biology here, keep it in a.a.
Not referring to John or Noelie, but metaphorical motes, beams and eyes
come to mind. An awful lot of creationists spend an awful lot of time
posting here that Evilutionism causes all manner of bad things in our
society including acne and Paris Hilton. This is certainly as on topic as
every post claiming that evolutionary biology caused the rise of both
Communism and National Socialism. Including a reference that the pastor
had preached against teaching evolution on such grounds would bring it
squarely on topic.
True, just as if a "family values" politician committed adultery, that
would be a relevant tu quoque. But there is no evidence here that the
said pastor was even a literalist, let alone a creationist, so it's just
Christian-bashing...
--
Dr John S. Wilkins, www.wilkins.id.au
"I never meet anyone who is not perplexed what to do with their
children" --Charles Darwin to Syms Covington, February 22, 1857
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| User: "Dissident" |
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| Title: Re: Surprise! PA Pastor Convicted of 3rd Degree Murder of 4 YO BoyAnd Wife Beating |
19 May 2004 12:20:45 AM |
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John Wilkins wrote:
heyref <heyref@phenix.rootshell.be> wrote:
In talk.origins John Wilkins <john_SPAM@wilkins.id.au> wrote:
Noelie S. Alito <noelie@deadspam.com> wrote:
"Yang, AthD (h.c)" <eacmole@//AWOLBUSH//mail.com> wrote in message
NORRISTOWN -- A former Upper Dublin pastor remained stoic on his day
of judgment Friday when a judge determined he maliciously used a
carpenter's level to beat a 4-year-old boy to death in 1999.
Please don't post these OT articles to talk.origins.
Second that. We *know* there are warped folk out there, but their
religious opinions are neither the cause, nor are relevant in this
group, even if the event itself was. Unless you are arguing there is
some implication for evolutionary biology here, keep it in a.a.
Not referring to John or Noelie, but metaphorical motes, beams and eyes
come to mind. An awful lot of creationists spend an awful lot of time
posting here that Evilutionism causes all manner of bad things in our
society including acne and Paris Hilton. This is certainly as on topic as
every post claiming that evolutionary biology caused the rise of both
Communism and National Socialism. Including a reference that the pastor
had preached against teaching evolution on such grounds would bring it
squarely on topic.
True, just as if a "family values" politician committed adultery, that
would be a relevant tu quoque. But there is no evidence here that the
said pastor was even a literalist, let alone a creationist, so it's just
Christian-bashing...
Which is a fine, and thoroughly enjoyable pasttime ...
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| User: "John Wilkins" |
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19 May 2004 01:34:10 AM |
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Dissident <qqqq@7600.net> wrote:
John Wilkins wrote:
heyref <heyref@phenix.rootshell.be> wrote:
In talk.origins John Wilkins <john_SPAM@wilkins.id.au> wrote:
Noelie S. Alito <noelie@deadspam.com> wrote:
"Yang, AthD (h.c)" <eacmole@//AWOLBUSH//mail.com> wrote in message
NORRISTOWN -- A former Upper Dublin pastor remained stoic on his day
of judgment Friday when a judge determined he maliciously used a
carpenter's level to beat a 4-year-old boy to death in 1999.
Please don't post these OT articles to talk.origins.
Second that. We *know* there are warped folk out there, but their
religious opinions are neither the cause, nor are relevant in this
group, even if the event itself was. Unless you are arguing there is
some implication for evolutionary biology here, keep it in a.a.
Not referring to John or Noelie, but metaphorical motes, beams and eyes
come to mind. An awful lot of creationists spend an awful lot of time
posting here that Evilutionism causes all manner of bad things in our
society including acne and Paris Hilton. This is certainly as on topic as
every post claiming that evolutionary biology caused the rise of both
Communism and National Socialism. Including a reference that the pastor
had preached against teaching evolution on such grounds would bring it
squarely on topic.
True, just as if a "family values" politician committed adultery, that
would be a relevant tu quoque. But there is no evidence here that the
said pastor was even a literalist, let alone a creationist, so it's just
Christian-bashing...
Which is a fine, and thoroughly enjoyable pasttime ...
Perhaps, but it's not a bloodsport on talk.origins.
--
Dr John S. Wilkins, www.wilkins.id.au
"I never meet anyone who is not perplexed what to do with their
children" --Charles Darwin to Syms Covington, February 22, 1857
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| User: "Chris Thompson" |
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| Title: Re: Surprise! PA Pastor Convicted of 3rd Degree Murder of 4 YO BoyAnd Wife Beating |
19 May 2004 12:07:24 PM |
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(John Wilkins) wrote in
news:1ge1inm.1r8cscdvhbmmaN%:
Dissident <qqqq@7600.net> wrote:
John Wilkins wrote:
heyref <heyref@phenix.rootshell.be> wrote:
In talk.origins John Wilkins < > wrote:
Noelie S. Alito <noelie@deadspam.com> wrote:
"Yang, AthD (h.c)" <eacmole@//AWOLBUSH//mail.com> wrote in
message
NORRISTOWN -- A former Upper Dublin pastor remained stoic on his
day of judgment Friday when a judge determined he maliciously
used a carpenter's level to beat a 4-year-old boy to death in
1999.
Please don't post these OT articles to talk.origins.
Second that. We *know* there are warped folk out there, but their
religious opinions are neither the cause, nor are relevant in this
group, even if the event itself was. Unless you are arguing there
is some implication for evolutionary biology here, keep it in a.a.
Not referring to John or Noelie, but metaphorical motes, beams and
eyes come to mind. An awful lot of creationists spend an awful lot
of time posting here that Evilutionism causes all manner of bad
things in our society including acne and Paris Hilton. This is
certainly as on topic as every post claiming that evolutionary
biology caused the rise of both Communism and National Socialism.
Including a reference that the pastor had preached against teaching
evolution on such grounds would bring it squarely on topic.
True, just as if a "family values" politician committed adultery,
that would be a relevant tu quoque. But there is no evidence here
that the said pastor was even a literalist, let alone a
creationist, so it's just Christian-bashing...
Which is a fine, and thoroughly enjoyable pasttime ...
Perhaps, but it's not a bloodsport on talk.origins.
And besides, what's so bad about Paris Hilton?
Chris
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"We are all capable of believing things which we know to be untrue, and
then, when we are finally proved wrong, impudently twisting the facts so
as to show that we were right. Intellectually, it is possible to carry
on this process for an indefinite time: the only check on it is that
sooner or later a false belief bumps up against solid reality, usually
on a battlefield." --George Orwell, 1946, "Under Your Nose"
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| User: "Matt Silberstein" |
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| Title: Re: Surprise! PA Pastor Convicted of 3rd Degree Murder of 4 YO BoyAnd Wife Beating |
19 May 2004 10:37:48 AM |
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(John Wilkins) wrote in message news:<1ge1inm.1r8cscdvhbmmaN%>...
Dissident <qqqq@7600.net> wrote:
John Wilkins wrote:
heyref <heyref@phenix.rootshell.be> wrote:
In talk.origins John Wilkins < > wrote:
Noelie S. Alito <noelie@deadspam.com> wrote:
"Yang, AthD (h.c)" <eacmole@//AWOLBUSH//mail.com> wrote in message
NORRISTOWN -- A former Upper Dublin pastor remained stoic on his day
of judgment Friday when a judge determined he maliciously used a
carpenter's level to beat a 4-year-old boy to death in 1999.
Please don't post these OT articles to talk.origins.
Second that. We *know* there are warped folk out there, but their
religious opinions are neither the cause, nor are relevant in this
group, even if the event itself was. Unless you are arguing there is
some implication for evolutionary biology here, keep it in a.a.
Not referring to John or Noelie, but metaphorical motes, beams and eyes
come to mind. An awful lot of creationists spend an awful lot of time
posting here that Evilutionism causes all manner of bad things in our
society including acne and Paris Hilton. This is certainly as on topic as
every post claiming that evolutionary biology caused the rise of both
Communism and National Socialism. Including a reference that the pastor
had preached against teaching evolution on such grounds would bring it
squarely on topic.
True, just as if a "family values" politician committed adultery, that
would be a relevant tu quoque. But there is no evidence here that the
said pastor was even a literalist, let alone a creationist, so it's just
Christian-bashing...
Which is a fine, and thoroughly enjoyable pasttime ...
Perhaps, but it's not a bloodsport on talk.origins.
I would hope that we can learn from the actions of some unknown number
of U.S. military and politicians and not use "well, they do it" as an
argument. (Yes, that was a gratuitous slam. I am very upset about what
has happened to my country and what my country is doing to the world.)
It is bad logic, bad rhetoric, and bad tactics, to make rebuttals to
some unnamed person. If a specific poster makes the claim that only
evolutionists do bad things then showing someone else doing a bad
thing is a valid rebuttal. Without such a specific claim it is
inappropriate.
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| User: "Ferrous Patella" |
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| Title: Re: Surprise! PA Pastor Convicted of 3rd Degree Murder of 4 YO Boy And Wife Beating |
19 May 2004 10:32:47 AM |
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news:1ge10an.verlwa1t40up4N%john_SPAM@wilkins.id.au by
john_SPAM@wilkins.id.au (John Wilkins):
True, just as if a "family values" politician committed adultery,
or raised a pair of twin daughters who frequently flaunt their disregard
for the law.
--
Ferrous Patella
"If the universe is so finely tuned, how come I can't sing worth a darn?"
-Cheezits
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| User: "heyref" |
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| Title: Re: Surprise! PA Pastor Convicted of 3rd Degree Murder of 4 YO Boy And Wife Beating |
20 May 2004 11:04:03 AM |
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In talk.origins Ferrous Patella <mail125797@pop.net> wrote:
news:1ge10an.verlwa1t40up4N%john_SPAM@wilkins.id.au by
john_SPAM@wilkins.id.au (John Wilkins):
True, just as if a "family values" politician committed adultery,
or raised a pair of twin daughters who frequently flaunt their disregard
for the law.
Hey, Daddy got a pass, so why shouldn't they expect one?
--
Ferrous Patella
"If the universe is so finely tuned, how come I can't sing worth a darn?"
-Cheezits
--
H. Brent Howatt | The deluded are always filled with absolutes
heyref@die.spammers.rootshell.be| The rest of us have to live with ambiguity
PGP keys by email or keyserver | _Aristoi_ Walter Jon Williams
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