Epstein Files: Examining the Archdiocese of Philadelphia’s Connection

~ Kathy Kane ~ 3 Comments

In November 2018, Archbishop Charles Chaput announced the establishment of the Independent Reconciliation and Reparations Program. A victim compensation program would be administered by attorneys Kenneth Feinberg and Camille Biros. An Oversight Committee chaired by former U.S. Senator George Mitchell was announced. The committee would monitor the claims process and also review and evaluate the … Continue reading Epstein Files: Examining the Archdiocese of Philadelphia’s Connection

Even After Abuse, Survivor Trusted and Hoped

~ Susan Matthews ~ 3 Comments

A survivor shared the comment below on Kathy Kane's post about the Philadelphia Catholic Church's continuing child protection problems. It's a case study of how the Archdiocese of Philadelphia ushers out the faithful while inviting in the unknowing. By a Philadelphia Catholic Survivor During my High School years at McDevitt, I was abused by the … Continue reading Even After Abuse, Survivor Trusted and Hoped

Catholics4Change Is 15 Years Strong: Faith That Refuses to Stay Silent

~ Kathy Kane ~ 3 Comments

The following open letter is to Dan Cellucci of the Catholic Leadership Institute, and Brian McCarthy the Chief Strategy Officer of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. Catholic Philly identifies the Catholic Leadership Institute (CLI) as a key partner to the Strategic Planning Office which will be overseeing Archbishop Perez's Trust and Hope Campaign The effort focuses … Continue reading Catholics4Change Is 15 Years Strong: Faith That Refuses to Stay Silent

Questions for Archbishop Nelson Perez

~ Kathy Kane ~ 13 Comments

In the spirit of transparency and accountability that Archbishop Perez promises from the Trust and Hope campaign, the following are questions/concerns from laity, parents, clergy, and survivors. 1.Why has the Archdiocese of Philadelphia been rebranded to the new name of the Catholic Church of Philadelphia? 2. Why is the Archdiocese of Philadelphia the only diocese … Continue reading Questions for Archbishop Nelson Perez

Archbishop Nelson Perez Continues to Ignore Deceased Victim’s Parents

~ Kathy Kane ~ 5 Comments

Arthur and Elaine Baselice lost their beloved son, Arthur III, to an overdose in 2006. Their son was a victim of clergy sex abuse while a student at Archbishop Ryan High School. The predator priest later was sentenced to prison for stealing nearly $ 1 million dollars from Archbishop Ryan high School. Arthur and Elaine … Continue reading Archbishop Nelson Perez Continues to Ignore Deceased Victim’s Parents

Breaking News…Bucks County Catholic School Teacher Arrested

~ Kathy Kane ~ 1 Comment

Bucks County District Attorney Jen Schorn charged long-time teacher Richard Adamsky with felony child sex abuse material possession. He also faces charges for criminal use of a communication facility. Adamsky taught at Nativity of Our Lord parish school in Warminster, PA, for over 30 years. He was also a youth sports coach. The Archdiocese of … Continue reading Breaking News…Bucks County Catholic School Teacher Arrested

Philly Clergy Arrests and Removals Has Laity Lacking Trust and Hope

~ Kathy Kane ~ 2 Comments

In the past few years a number of Philly priests have been arrested for various crimes. Others have been removed from ministry by the Archdiocese of Philadelphia for credible allegations of sexual abuse or violations of the Standards of Ministerial Behavior and Boundaries with little information provided. Still others have disappeared from ministry completely with … Continue reading Philly Clergy Arrests and Removals Has Laity Lacking Trust and Hope

Children and Laity Remain at Risk in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia

~ Kathy Kane ~ 1 Comment

For many years the Catholics4Change community of laity, parents, and clergy abuse survivors has communicated to the Archdiocese of Philadelphia many ways that they could improve safety for all. Especially children. Many years. We have emailed Leslie Davila of OCYP/ Victims Assistance and John Delaney of Archdiocese Investigations. I have had several phone conversations with … Continue reading Children and Laity Remain at Risk in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia

Police Remove a Father from Mass for the Crime of Responsible Parenthood

~ Kathy Kane ~ 6 Comments

In the Archdiocese of Philadelphia when a priest was caught in two separate incidents downloading thousands of images of pornography and law enforcement publicly voiced their concerns, he was given two leaves of absence before Archbishop Charles Chaput reassigned him to the Cathedral of St Peter & Paul. The laity is so jaded in Philly … Continue reading Police Remove a Father from Mass for the Crime of Responsible Parenthood