Breaking News: John Martin reported in the Inquirer a few moments ago that the Judge has rejected a bid to delay the trial. Opening statements are set to begin! Link to follow.
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C4C Commentor Quoted in CNN Justice Coverage
Click here to read: "Philadelphia priest abuse trial to draw plenty of attention," by Ross Levitt and Susan Candiotti, CNN, March 25, 2012 Excerpt: "(Rich) Green, the nephew of deceased Cardinal John O'Connor of New York, says he was abused by a priest at a Philadelphia high school in 1990. The priest died in … Continue reading C4C Commentor Quoted in CNN Justice Coverage
Trial Promises More Shocking Revelations For Philadelphia Catholics
Click here to read: "With church abuse trial set to open, tensions abound," by John Martin, The Philadelphia Inquirer, March 25, 2012 Excerpt: "The case has stoked national interest not because of who Lynn is but what his trial signifies. As hundreds of priests worldwide have been accused or convicted of molesting children, church leaders … Continue reading Trial Promises More Shocking Revelations For Philadelphia Catholics
Msgr. Lynn’s Trial May Be Delayed
Click here to read: "Priests' lawyers seek delay in sex-abuse trial," by John P. Martin, The Philadelphia Inquirer, March 24, 2012 Excerpt: "On Friday, the judge agreed to privately review 12 confidential church memos that Lynn's defenders say could show that his actions were guided by archdiocesan attorneys and prove his innocence. Lawyers for the … Continue reading Msgr. Lynn’s Trial May Be Delayed
Confirmation – Avery Tells the Truth
By Susan Matthews As my son became an adult in the Church, I sat in the last pew contemplating whether or not to remain a member. I could keep my faith but leave the religious institution. I prayed for some sign that I haven’t been on a fool’s errand in my efforts. My father leaned … Continue reading Confirmation – Avery Tells the Truth
Avery pleads guilty and flips on Msgr. Lynn
I am at my son's Confirmation and can't post. Feels like my last few hours ofprayer were answered.
Questions for the OCE and OCYP
Recently, many of you have asked questions on C4C regarding issues of child protection in the Philadelphia Archdiocese. Please share them again in the comment section of this post. Susan and I will use this post to compile a list of questions and will forward them to Mary Rochford, Superintendent of Schools and Leslie Davila, … Continue reading Questions for the OCE and OCYP
Archbishop Chaput Addresses Financial Transparency
March 21, 2012 ARCHBISHOP CHAPUT'S WEEKLY COLUMN: THE NATURE OF THE CHURCH AND THE IMPORTANCE OF LAY ACTION In the next few months, at my request, the Catholic Standard and Times will publish a report on the financial condition of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, including its offices, ministry programs and many of its related agencies … Continue reading Archbishop Chaput Addresses Financial Transparency
The List Cardinal Bevilacqua Didn’t Want You to See
This “list of priests who have been guilty or accused of sexual misconduct with a minor according to the file material” was attached to the memo from Msgr. William J. Lynn to Msgr. James Molloy dated February 18, 1994. This is the list that Cardinal Bevilacqua ordered to be shredded. The leadership involved certainly put … Continue reading The List Cardinal Bevilacqua Didn’t Want You to See
Exhibit Eight In Msgr. Lynn Trial: Evil
The following 2004 testimony of Msgr. William J. Lynn in regard to a document dated Feb. 18, 1994 is admitted as evidence of conspiracy in the upcoming trial. Msgr. Molloy did not shred his copy as instructed by Cardinal Bevilacqua in 1994. It was recently recovered from a safe. It's a good thing considering Msgr. … Continue reading Exhibit Eight In Msgr. Lynn Trial: Evil
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