Archdiocese of Philadephia Expected to Announce Two More Priest Removals

One month before an Archdiocesan Mass for victims of clergy sexual abuse, Archbishop Chaput is expected to announce the permanent removal of two more priests.This information comes via several reliable sources. Victims of the removed priests are routinely notified by the Archdiocese prior to these announcements.One of the priests, Father John P. Paul, had been … Continue reading Archdiocese of Philadephia Expected to Announce Two More Priest Removals

Archdiocese of Philadelphia to Hold Healing Mass for Clergy Abuse Victims

In a recent announcement, Archbishop Chaput encourages the clergy and faithful of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia to gather on Saturday, March 22, 2014 during the regular 5:15 service at the Cathedral of SS. Peter and Paul for a Healing Mass for Victims of Clergy Sex Abuse.  Archbishop Chaput will be the main celebrant and homilist. … Continue reading Archdiocese of Philadelphia to Hold Healing Mass for Clergy Abuse Victims

If It’s Not Blatant Abuse Coverups, It’s Blunders for Philly Archdiocese

Click here to watch: "Philadelphia Student's Identity Released After Sexual Assualt," by Dave Schratwieser, MyFoxPhilly.com, Feb. 7, 2014Excerpt: A spokesman for the archdiocese admitted the school sent out the sensitive information, but said a second email was sent out within 30 to 40 minutes asking anyone who received the first email not to read it … Continue reading If It’s Not Blatant Abuse Coverups, It’s Blunders for Philly Archdiocese

U.N. Report Calls for Church to Improve Current Practices

Editor's note: Power is finally restored! Thank you for your patience.Click here to read: "U.N. Panel Criticizes the Vatican Over Sexual Abuse," by Laurie Goodstein, Nick Cumming-Bruce and Jim Yardley, The New York Times, Feb. 5, 2014Excerpt: The report, however, was sharply critical of the church’s current practices, not just those of the past. “The … Continue reading U.N. Report Calls for Church to Improve Current Practices

Dallas Has Philadelphia Archdiocese to Thank for ‘Brutal Abuser’ Ex-Priest

Click here to read; "From Philly to Dallas, ex-priest a 'brutal abuser' without remorse," by William Bender, Philly.com, Jan. 29, 2014Excerpt: (Rev. James) Gigliotti said he understands that civil and canon law may limit what information Philadelphia Archdiocese officials believe they can release about Bryski and other defrocked priests, but he said that doesn't absolve … Continue reading Dallas Has Philadelphia Archdiocese to Thank for ‘Brutal Abuser’ Ex-Priest

Philly DA files appeal of Msgr. Lynn’s Overturned Conviction

Click here to read: "Philly District Attorney files appeal of Monsignor William Lynn's overturned conviction," by Brian X. McCrone, Philly.com, Jan. 28, 2014 In the 35-page appeal, Williams argued "the Superior Court erred in holding that a church official who systemically reassigned pedophile priests in a manner that risked further sexual abuse of children did … Continue reading Philly DA files appeal of Msgr. Lynn’s Overturned Conviction

Nothing Will Change Until Cover Up Bishops Face Consequences

Click here to read: "Pope, prelates must punish sex offenders," column by Elizabeth Eisenstadt-Evans, Lancaster Online, Jan. 23, 2014Excerpt:While secular authorities have moved to punish offenders, Catholic church higher-ups haven't moved to impose consequences on its own members, according to Susan Matthews, founder  of Catholics4Change a hub for conversation about reform."So far there hasn't been … Continue reading Nothing Will Change Until Cover Up Bishops Face Consequences

Another Hypocrisy Alert for Philadelphia Archdiocese

Click here to read: "Catholic school gives student the boot over court-ordered ankle monitor," by Mensah M. Dean, Daily News Staff Writer, Jan. 22, 2014Excerpt:"Chad was ordered by a Juvenile Court judge to wear an electronic monitoring ankle bracelet as part of his sentence for a December arrest. Lynn, whose child-endangerment conviction was overturned on … Continue reading Another Hypocrisy Alert for Philadelphia Archdiocese