A couple of years ago, Kathy and I had the honor of meeting a devoted mother whose son was a survivor of clergy abuse. That son has recently passed away. We are asking for you to keep their family and friends in your prayers.  

WRITTEN BY KATHY KANE Essential Norm #12 From the Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People "No priest or deacon who has committed an act of sexual abuse of a minor may be transferred for a ministerial assignment in another diocese/eparchy. Every bishop/eparch who receives a priest or deacon from outside his jurisdiction … Continue reading Does the Hierarchy Even Know?

By SUSAN BLUM, guest writer for the YORK DAILY RECORD, March 11, 2016 The recent cover story on child sex abuse and the statute of limitations struck a raw nerve. Obviously, Gerald Grimaud must never have been a victim himself if he can state that "testimony becomes less trustworthy over time." I wonder if he … Continue reading Abuse By Clergyman Was Her Own 9/11

Click here to read: "Lynn fights attempt to block a new trial," by Justine McDaniel, The Philadelphia Inquirer, March 23, 2016 Excerpt: In court documents filed Tuesday, lawyers for Lynn, who was granted a new trial in December after being convicted for his role in supervising Catholic priests who molested children, contend that there are … Continue reading Lynn’s Lawyers Fight Appeal

Click to read: 'I only answer to God. Bishops don't bother me,' by Maria Panaritis, Philly.com, March 22, 2016 Excerpt: "It was like the roots of a tree spreading out," Foster said. 'I realized, if I'm just a lay person and just asking a few questions, I'm getting all this information, how widespread and deep … Continue reading Answering to God – That’s Different

In today’s Philadelphia Inquirer, Archbishop Chaput shares his reaction to a recent grand jury report that details the historical clergy sex abuse and cover up that took place in the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown. Chaput doesn’t mention that an alleged predator priest mentioned in the report was sent to St. John Vianney in Downington. During the … Continue reading Drive the Snakes Out In Honor of St. Patrick

Many have already read this excellent Inquirer editorial but I wanted to post just in case someone missed it. Click here to read: "Time can't heal sexual abuse by priests," by The Philadelphia Inquirer Editorial Board, March 8, 2016 Excerpt: The grand jury recommended lifting the statute of limitations for sexual offenses against children and … Continue reading They Knew and They Let It Happen

Many have asked for more information concerning the St. John Vianney Center in Downingtown, Pa. Kathy Kane has pulled a few articles so everyone can get a better sense of the situation. Lock down facility? Nope, not correct. http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2012/10/25/priest-accused-of-drunk-naked-drive-in-treatment/ Even local waitresses are hassled. http://www.bigtrial.net/2012/05/pervert-priest-checks-out-of-sex-clinic.html From St John's New York to St John's Downingtown... http://www.nydailynews.com/news/crime/st-john-university-priest-accused-sending-homemade-smut-teen-article-1.302220 … Continue reading More Important Info on St. John Vianney Center

Click here to read: "Law officers, clergy forged ties stymieing prosecutions," by Caitlin McCabe and Maria Panaritis, The Philadelphia Inquirer, March 6, 2016 Editor's Note: Having faith and holding leadership accountable should not be mutually exclusive. We can have faith in God and send Bishops to jail. We can be Catholic and refuse to tolerate … Continue reading Will Catholics Ever Get Angry About Cover Ups?