Click here to read: "Jury selection to begin in Philadelphia church abuse scandal," by Dave Warner for Reuters, Feb. 20, 2012 Excerpt: "Lynn, rather than call law enforcement or remove priests accused of misconduct from their posts, 'routinely and knowingly placed abusive priests in positions where they would have continued access to children,' said a … Continue reading Jury Selection Begins in Msgr. Lynn’s Trial
Jury Will Read Two Boxes of Complaint Files From ‘Secret Archives’
Click here to read: "Jury in Pa. priest-abuse case to view secret files," by Maryclaire Dale, Associated Press, Feb. 15, 2012. Excerpt: "Jurors picked to hear a landmark priest sex-abuse case in Philadelphia will pore over two boxes of complaint files long buried in the Catholic church's "secret archives." The secret files from the … Continue reading Jury Will Read Two Boxes of Complaint Files From ‘Secret Archives’
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
Cardinal Egan Retracts Apology
This highlights the ignorance and arrogance that has hindered any real healing and change. Click here to read: "Cardinal Egan Criticized for Retracting Apology on Sex Abuse Crisis," by Andy Newman, The New York Times, February 7, 2012 Excerpt: “I never should have said that,” (in reference to apology) and added, “I don’t think we … Continue reading Cardinal Egan Retracts Apology
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
Breaking News: Judge Sarmina Rules To Allow Prior Bad Acts
Common Pleas Judge Teresa Sarmina ruled today that the clergy sex abuse allegations are relevant to the upcoming trial of Monsignor William Lynn and can be introduced.
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
