Click here to read: "Pastor says he was not told of priest's sex past," by John P. Martin, The Philadelphia Inquirer, March 28, 2012 Excerpt: A Havertown pastor testified Wednesday that the Archdiocese of Philadelphia sent a priest to his parish in 2002 without telling him that the man had been caught with gay sadomasochistic … Continue reading Pastor Testifies that Lynn Kept Him In the Dark About Priest’s Sick History
Student Stalked by Priest Testifies for the Prosecution
Click here to read: "Witness recall being stalked by priest," by John P. Martin, The Philadelphia Inquirer, March 28, 2012 Excerpt: "I told you I'd find you," the Rev. Francis Trauger allegedly told the boy, then 15. The priest ordered the boy to kneel and unzip his pants, but the forced encounter abruptly ended … Continue reading Student Stalked by Priest Testifies for the Prosecution
Blog Covers Priest Abuse Trial
There's a new blog in town and it's worth a daily visit: The Philadelphia Priest Abuse Trial Blog - by Ralph Cipriano. Cipriano was a religion reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer during the early 90s while I was an editor at The Catholic Standard and Times. I was impressed at his willingness to report on the … Continue reading Blog Covers Priest Abuse Trial
Was Msgr. Lynn Protecting Children or Church?
The opening arguments in the landmark clergy sex abuse trial in Philadelphia began with a focus on Msgr. Lynn's intent. Was he trying to protect children or the Church? My conclusion, after reading only 137 pages of absolutely damning evidence, is that Msgr. Lynn was protecting the institutional Church. I'm not a lawyer and it … Continue reading Was Msgr. Lynn Protecting Children or Church?
Judge Moving Forward with Clergy Abuse Trial
Breaking News: John Martin reported in the Inquirer a few moments ago that the Judge has rejected a bid to delay the trial. Opening statements are set to begin! Link to follow.
C4C Commentor Quoted in CNN Justice Coverage
Click here to read: "Philadelphia priest abuse trial to draw plenty of attention," by Ross Levitt and Susan Candiotti, CNN, March 25, 2012 Excerpt: "(Rich) Green, the nephew of deceased Cardinal John O'Connor of New York, says he was abused by a priest at a Philadelphia high school in 1990. The priest died in … Continue reading C4C Commentor Quoted in CNN Justice Coverage
Trial Promises More Shocking Revelations For Philadelphia Catholics
Click here to read: "With church abuse trial set to open, tensions abound," by John Martin, The Philadelphia Inquirer, March 25, 2012 Excerpt: "The case has stoked national interest not because of who Lynn is but what his trial signifies. As hundreds of priests worldwide have been accused or convicted of molesting children, church leaders … Continue reading Trial Promises More Shocking Revelations For Philadelphia Catholics
Msgr. Lynn’s Trial May Be Delayed
Click here to read: "Priests' lawyers seek delay in sex-abuse trial," by John P. Martin, The Philadelphia Inquirer, March 24, 2012 Excerpt: "On Friday, the judge agreed to privately review 12 confidential church memos that Lynn's defenders say could show that his actions were guided by archdiocesan attorneys and prove his innocence. Lawyers for the … Continue reading Msgr. Lynn’s Trial May Be Delayed
Confirmation – Avery Tells the Truth
By Susan Matthews As my son became an adult in the Church, I sat in the last pew contemplating whether or not to remain a member. I could keep my faith but leave the religious institution. I prayed for some sign that I haven’t been on a fool’s errand in my efforts. My father leaned … Continue reading Confirmation – Avery Tells the Truth
Avery pleads guilty and flips on Msgr. Lynn
I am at my son's Confirmation and can't post. Feels like my last few hours ofprayer were answered.
