Click here to read: "It could take a month to pick a jury for three priests' abuse trial," by Mensah M. Dean, Philadelphia Daily News, Feb. 23, 2012 Excerpt: "Jury selection rarely takes more than a day or so. But for a trial that will feature the intersection of two emotionally charged issues - religion … Continue reading Jury Selection for Priest Abuse Trial Could Take Longer
Category: Prevent & Advocate
How much is Lynn case costing the Archdiocese?
From Letters to the Editor, The Philadelphia Inquirer, Feb. 21, 2012 How much is Lynn case costing? Re: "Pennsylvania State University's tab for the Sandusky case: $3.2 million," Tuesday: It should be reassuring to the residents of the commonwealth that Pennsylvania State University appears to be working toward accountability and transparency regarding its costs for … Continue reading How much is Lynn case costing the Archdiocese?
Letter to Victims From a Victim
I have felt compelled to write to you as a survivor myself. I have been feeling a great deal of sorrow. I have a guttural cry inside of me for all survivors at this very difficult time. My heart is hurting for all of you, myself included. Sometimes I just want to get on the … Continue reading Letter to Victims From a Victim
Prosecutors Say Judge Stated the Obvious
Click here to read: "Prosecutors in priests' case say judge still impartial," by John P. Martin, The Philadelphia Inquirer, Feb. 14, 2012 Excerpt: "Prosecutors also said Bergstrom and Lindy misquoted the judge, contending that she said abuse within the church "was widespread," not "is widespread." They said the misquote was perpetuated by critics of the … Continue reading Prosecutors Say Judge Stated the Obvious
DA Probes Cardinal Bevilacqua’s Death
Click here to read: "Philadelphia cardinal's death investigated," Fox News.com, February 10, 2012 Excerpt: "Risa Vetri Ferman, district attorney in suburban Montgomery County, said Friday that she wants to lay to rest any speculation about Bevilacqua's end, given the "peculiar" timing of the 88-year-old cardinal's death just a day after a judge ruled him competent … Continue reading DA Probes Cardinal Bevilacqua’s Death
Legislative Battle Continues In Child Sex Abuse Cases
Click here to read cover story: "Pushing the Limit: Examining the Legislative Battle Over the Statute of Limitation in Child Sex Abuse Cases," by Tara Murtha, Philadelphia Weekly, Feb. 8, 2012. Excerpt: PA Catholic Conference spokesperson Amy Hill declined to discuss SOL reform with PW , saying it was a “sensitive issue.” However, Hill emailed … Continue reading Legislative Battle Continues In Child Sex Abuse Cases
Many Prayed for Philadelphia Catholic Church During First Friday Vigil
Click here to watch: "Protesters Pray for the Future of the Philadelphia Catholic Church," CBS Philly, Feb.3, 2012
Pope Sends Telegram Upon Cardinal Bevilacqua’s Death
Click here to read: "Cardinal Bevilacqua, retired Philadelphia Archbishop, Dies at age 88," by Catholic News Service, Feb. 1, 2012
Cardinal Bevilacqua Has Died
Breaking News. Cardinal Anthony Bevilacqua Has Died. Posts to follow.
Prayerful Protest for the Future of the Philadelphia Catholic Church
In light of all that has happened - clergy child sex abuse, priests with pornograhy, the hearings, the school closings, the embezzlement and so much more - let's get out to support victims, protect children, demand transparency and renew our Church! Pray and protest for the future of the Philadelphia Catholic Church. Please join Sister … Continue reading Prayerful Protest for the Future of the Philadelphia Catholic Church
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