The news of Bishop Eddie Long’s death rocked Atlantans connected to New Birth Missionary Baptist Church. The longtime pastor died early Sunday morning on Jan. 15 after battling what his church called “an aggressive form of cancer.” His death drew a strong reaction from Atlantans on social media.
Update: Plans announced for visitation and memorial service for Bishop Eddie Long
Just received word that Bishop Eddie Long died this morning. Our prayers go up for his family, and Church.
— John R. Bryant (@Bishopjohn4th) January 15, 2017
Let's pray for the new birth family passing of their pastor, Bishop Eddie long
— La'Tresa Jester (@LaTresaJester) January 15, 2017
I was JUST saying how Eddie long looked terribly sick...wow.
— Taylor Reneè (@Ebony_QT) January 15, 2017
😪😔 RIP to Bishop Eddie Long ❤️🙏🏾 may god touch and bless your family— Ricky 🔌🔑 (@landooricoo) January 15, 2017Grew up to your sermons man
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