Controversial Rev. Wright to get New Mansion

By Tim State in News on Mar 29, 2008 8:28PM

Obama revealed during a conversation, airing yesterday on The View, that his former pastor, Rev. Jeremiah Wright, has acknowledged comments he made were controversial and hurtful. A spokesperson for the Senator clarified Obama’s comments did not imply that the minister had regret over his comments.

Today, the Sun-Times is reporting the Trinity United Church of Christ is building a Tinely Park Home, valued at $1.0 million, for the minister. The Rev. J Bennett Guess, communications director for the United Church of Christ national office told the S-T in a statement:

"It is customary and appropriate in many Christian denominations, including the United Church of Christ, for local churches to offer housing provisions for retiring clergy, especially in cases where pastors have served long-term pastorates.“

The property, which is in the name of Trinity United Church of Christ, will feature a large family room with fireplace and bar, an exercise room, a spare room for a future pool or theater, an elevator, butler’s pantry, whirlpool, and four-car garage.

Image of Wright with President Clinton by iammeltron.