As we reflect on Christ's suffering, it's appropriate to acknowledge the crosses carried by the victims of clergy sex abuse. Please use the comments section to send a message of support to them today.
Category: Clergy Sex Abuse
‘Duped’ Pastor Urges Cardinal to Meet With the Faithful
Click here to see the letter - MMR- Msgr. John T. Conway, pastor of Mary, Mother of the Redeemer in North Wales, also sent a letter to Cardinal Rigali. In it, he urges Cardinal Rigali to visit the Montgomery County area faithful. Conway wrote the letter after a March 28 meeting with parishioners. The gathering … Continue reading ‘Duped’ Pastor Urges Cardinal to Meet With the Faithful
Our Issue With the Archdiocesan Victim Assistance Program
We commend Archbishop Carroll High School's administration for how it handled yesterday's crisis. Their letter to parents included FBI contact information. The brave student who came forward in regard to Fran Murphy did the best thing possible. He and his mother contacted civil authorities. However, the Archdiocese in its press release and on its Web … Continue reading Our Issue With the Archdiocesan Victim Assistance Program
Breaking News: H.S. Coach Arrested and Archdiocese Continues to Mishandle Abuse
Even today, the Archdiocese continues to advise victims to contact their office instead of the District Attorney's office. They seem to still be trying to cover up. The civil authorities should have the first opportunity to deal with sex abuse cases. This Diocese has proven over and over that it is incapable of dealing with … Continue reading Breaking News: H.S. Coach Arrested and Archdiocese Continues to Mishandle Abuse
Our FOX 29 Coverage Regarding the Inserts and Letter
Click here to watch our FOX 29 evening news coverage regarding the parish bulletin inserts and the response to our letter to Cardinal Rigali. I'm honored to represent so many Catholics on the matter of Church accountability in regard to child sex abuse. It's your comments here on the site that inspire me when I'm … Continue reading Our FOX 29 Coverage Regarding the Inserts and Letter
Our Request for Truth in Action
We didn't get answers to our questions. (See the Cardinal's response here.) Now we ask for action – not words. The following actions are necessary for restoring faith and renewing the Catholic Church in Philadelphia. 1- Direct pastors to hold open meetings with parishioners on the issue of Church response to the Grand Jury report. … Continue reading Our Request for Truth in Action
Reading Between the Lines of the Parish Bulletin Insert
We read between the lines and hope you will, too. Please see our comments in blue. Archdiocesan bulletin insert text is in black. Moving Forward In Faith This is the first in a series of periodic bulletin inserts developed by the Archdiocese of Philadelphia to provide information to parishioners. Each bulletin insert will focus on … Continue reading Reading Between the Lines of the Parish Bulletin Insert
Reaction to Cardinal Rigali’s Response
What is your reaction to the response? The first parish bulletin insert only indirectly answers one of our 10 questions. When child safety is at stake, we won’t wait months for “possible topics for future inserts.” Waiting with faith brought us the latest grand jury report. We find this response unacceptable. The last question remains … Continue reading Reaction to Cardinal Rigali’s Response
Would the Cardinal Respond on Behalf of Christ?
I wrote a letter to Cardinal Rigali on behalf of the many thousands who have visited and commented here. I respectfully shared your questions and concerns. The following is the response we received on his behalf from the office for communications. This wasn’t a media inquiry. This was a letter from the faithful seeking pastoral … Continue reading Would the Cardinal Respond on Behalf of Christ?
Our Letter to the Cardinal Answered…On Behalf of His Eminence
Donna Farrell, spokesperson for the Philadelphia Archdiocese, answered our letter to Cardinal Rigali on his behalf. I received the letter late today and will share the contents and my thoughts in a post this Sunday. I urge every Catholic to share the link to this site with fellow Philadelphia Catholics this Sunday. Thanks in advance.
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