"Faith Steels His Resolve," by Phil Gianficaro, Columnist, PhillyBurbs.com "The widespread cover-up of predatory priests rumbled beneath Friel's feet. He needed something to hold on to so he wouldn't fall. It wasn't necessary for him to look far. He held onto that which has never allowed him to fall. His faith in God."
Category: Prevent & Advocate
Let’s Hear From the Clergy
Where does the rank and file clergy stand on the sex abuse cover up, Vatican guidelines, Amnesty International's report and the John Jay study? Cue the crickets. Except for a few strong voices, we don't hear from them in our parishes or here on this site. Why? Is it the conservative culture of the priesthood … Continue reading Let’s Hear From the Clergy
How You Can Protect Children and Renew the Church
Many may be visiting our site for the first time today. Thank you and welcome. Please visit the About page to find the mission of this site. We also urge every Catholic to read the 2011 Grand Jury Report. How You Can Help: In PA, there is no statute of limitations on murder. Yet, there … Continue reading How You Can Protect Children and Renew the Church
Did the Beatles Make You Want to Molest a Child?
"Dear Catholic Church Are You Kiddin' Me?" by Tim Whitaker for Philly Mag's The Philly Post, May 19, 2011 "Those of us who were around remember those crazy swinging ‘60s. Anomie. Revolution. Acid. Hendrix. Joplin. Time has come today. Give peace a chance. Can I have a hit of that? Oh, so very stressful, all … Continue reading Did the Beatles Make You Want to Molest a Child?
Archiodese Considering Changing Victims’ Assistance Program
"Archdiocese Considering Big Changes to Victims' Assistance Program," by John T. Gillespie, special to The Catholic Standard and Times, May 18, 2011. The key word here is "considering." Why not a commitment? The Archdiocese should fulfill ALL the recommendations of the Philadelphia Grand Jury Report. One recommendation was the removal of the victims' assistance program … Continue reading Archiodese Considering Changing Victims’ Assistance Program
Landmark Report On Clergy Sex Abuse To Be Released Today
"Report Spreads Blame for Sex Abuse," by David Gibson, Religion News Service, National Catholic Reporter, May 17, 2011 "The truth turns out to be far more complex, according to a copy of the report by researchers at John Jay College of Criminal Justice that was provided by a church leader who believes the findings accurately … Continue reading Landmark Report On Clergy Sex Abuse To Be Released Today
With No Enforcement, Vatican Recommendations Fall Short
"Vatican Suggests Bishops Report Abuse," published May 16, 2011 by Associated Press on FoxNews.com"But the suggestions in the letter from the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith are vague and nonbinding and contain no enforcement mechanisms to ensure bishops actually draft the guidelines or follow them."
CDF Sets Worldwide Deadline for Procedures on Clergy Sex Abuse
On his site, Whispers in the Loggia, Rocco Palmo shares the English text of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith's release today regarding the formulation of norms on clergy sex-abuse. "... the head of the "Holy Office," Cardinal William Levada, called on every national bench to complete their own procedures on the handling … Continue reading CDF Sets Worldwide Deadline for Procedures on Clergy Sex Abuse
Philly Archdiocese Protection Policy Seriously Flawed
By Kathy Kane, Catholics4Change The most recent bulletin insert distributed from the Archdiocese highlights the The Standard of Ministerial Behavior and Boundaries. The Standards apply to clergy, teachers, coaches, volunteers - all who interact with children. The most important sentence in that document is the following: “Any Church personnel or volunteers who violate the Standards … Continue reading Philly Archdiocese Protection Policy Seriously Flawed
St. Thomas Parish Meeting Leads to Determined Fight
By Kris Strid, Guest Blogger I attended an opportunity for prayer and dialogue concerning the sexual abuse scandal at our parish St. Thomas of Villanova last week. The meeting was initiated and run by the Parish Council. The format was perfect for honest dialogue. Our Pastor and assistant sat in the back and listened. I … Continue reading St. Thomas Parish Meeting Leads to Determined Fight
