Click here to read, "The Fight to Reveal Abuses by Catholic Priests," by Clyde Haberman, The New York Times, March 30, 2014Excerpt: The conditional nature of the apology, a style favored by innumerable politicians caught with hands in the till, was not lost on many listeners. Nor was the cardinal’s use of “mistakes” to describe … Continue reading Many Bishops Need to Work on Penance and Apologies
Delegation’s Roman Holiday Raises Questions and Brings Back No Answer
Click here to read, "Local Group Questions The Need for Delegation's Trip to Rome," by Mark Abrams, KYW Newsradio, March 31, 2014 Excerpt: “There’s a lot of questions about the cost. There’s a lot of questions about was it necessary for this? Is this a publicity stunt to distract us away from the clergy sex … Continue reading Delegation’s Roman Holiday Raises Questions and Brings Back No Answer
One Concerned Catholic’s Take on the Healing Mass
GUEST BLOG BY BETH I am at a loss for words after I meet one of our survivors and/or attend a vigil. The most recent vigil/protest outside the cathedral was no different. I always leave these events, if you can even call them that, changed - as if in peaceful mourning or as if I … Continue reading One Concerned Catholic’s Take on the Healing Mass
Former Altar Boy Fights for Better Sex Abuse Laws
Click here to read, "Alleged victim targets accused pedophile priest 30 years later," by Jason Sickles, Yahoo News, March 28, 2014Excerpt:"...the Philadelphia Archdiocese conspired to shield Brzyski and 62 other priests who had molested hundreds of children over three decades. The hierarchy "excused and enabled the abuse" by burying reports and "covering up the conduct...to … Continue reading Former Altar Boy Fights for Better Sex Abuse Laws
A Victim’s View of What Healing Should Look Like
Guest Blog By Vicky, a clergy sex abuse survivor Obviously The Philadelphia Inquirer has let us know what they think of the sexual abuse issue by placing it with the obituaries -- dead topic? I don't think so! Chaput said, "I apologize on behalf of the Church." Chaput's apology means nothing to me. He is … Continue reading A Victim’s View of What Healing Should Look Like
The Healing Mass: Through the Eyes of a Catholic School Teacher and Clergy Sex Abuse Survivor
GUEST BLOG BY C&C When I got the invitation to attend the healing mass, I had already only recently begun dealing with the damage to my relationship with the Church and God, my inability to participate at mass, and my anger that so many leaders were more concerned with the reputation of the Church than … Continue reading The Healing Mass: Through the Eyes of a Catholic School Teacher and Clergy Sex Abuse Survivor
Healing Mass Missed the Mark for Many
Click here to read, "Chaput apologizes for church's role in sex abuse scandal," by Bob Warner, The Philadelphia Inquirer, March 23, 2014Excerpt: "We need to repent and ask the forgiveness of those who have suffered," Chaput said. "We ask God in His mercy to lift up the victims and also life up the rest of … Continue reading Healing Mass Missed the Mark for Many
Share Your Thoughts on Healing Mass With Press and Here
Due to prior commitments, Kathy and I won't be attending the Healing Mass at the Cathedral of SS Peter and Paul in Philadelphia this Saturday. We would love to receive recap editorials from those who do attend. We will use your recaps as our next blog post. Use the private contact form to let me … Continue reading Share Your Thoughts on Healing Mass With Press and Here
Another Pastoral and Public Relations Debacle for Archdiocese of Philadelphia
The Philadelphia Archdiocese was a topic this morning on "Inside Story," a local news show on ABC. The panel discussed the recent move by the Archdiocese to discontinue tuition-free education at archdiocesan schools for the children of clergy sex abuse victims. They uniformly agreed that it was mishandled - especially on the communications front. The … Continue reading Another Pastoral and Public Relations Debacle for Archdiocese of Philadelphia
In Need of Light
There's been no end to bad news. But I, and many of you, draw strength from knowing there are good people out there. In the comments, please share about a group or individuals who work to lift children up. I'll start with a shout out and prayer for the teachers and volunteers of Our Lady … Continue reading In Need of Light
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