When Will Our Voices Grow?

April 2, 2011April 3, 2011 ~ Susan Matthews ~ 1 Comment

Poem submitted by Nancy Buck WHEN Will Our Voices Grow? When will our small, scattered voices grow-- Beyond the gritted teeth, the sideline scowls, The silent rage at the pride-poisoned show, The burning righteousness; the wounded howls? WHEN WILL our voices grow? Beyond presence denied or the check refused? Another tear to weep for the … Continue reading When Will Our Voices Grow?

My Plea for Transparency

March 31, 2011March 31, 2011 ~ Susan Matthews ~ 4 Comments

Here is the segment on FOX 29 from 11 a.m. this morning. Please join us in a rally tomorrow at noon until one in front of the Archdiocesan building at 222 N. 17th Street, Philadelphia 19006. There is a parking lot at 18th and Vine.

Benefit of the Doubt

March 31, 2011April 4, 2011 ~ Susan Matthews ~ 20 Comments

What does "engaged in inappropriate behavior with minors mean?" What does "credibly accused" mean? What are the exact guidelines for placing a priest on administrative leave? What is meant by "interim measure?" Will these priests see their day in court to be cleared or charged? If so, when? Why won't the Philadelphia Archdiocese share the … Continue reading Benefit of the Doubt

Clarification of Church Boycott

March 31, 2011 ~ Susan Matthews ~ 22 Comments

I would like to make an important clarification to a call to action made in the FOX 29 10 p.m. news broadcast. I asked that Catholics who can't make the rally this Friday, attend Mass on Saturday and leave the churches empty on Sunday. We want to create a very visual statement (empty pews) that … Continue reading Clarification of Church Boycott

Catholics4Change In the News

March 30, 2011March 30, 2011 ~ Susan Matthews ~ 14 Comments

Click to watch FOX PHILLY 29 Catholics4Change segment, March 29, 10 p.m. news. I'd like to clarify the intention of this site is not to convince anyone to stay in or leave the Catholic Church. The site was established to allow you to share your thoughts regardless of your status. The change we are seeking … Continue reading Catholics4Change In the News

Bold, Brazen Article

March 28, 2011 ~ Susan Matthews ~ 1 Comment

Click here to read Inquirer columnist Clark DeLeon's personal perspective in "A Catholic Confesses." Below is a quote from DeLeon's piece. I hadn't heard "bold, brazen article" since it was used to describe me in high school by my English teacher Sister Marie Therese. "You bold, brazen article! Yes, I am. For you younger SLCA … Continue reading Bold, Brazen Article