Note the defense's statement in the article below that several allegations "came to light" after Lynn's tenure. Perhaps that was because it was so well hidden by a system that didn't properly deal with its problems. Click here to read today's breaking news: "Prosecutors, lawyers spar in priest sex abuse case," by John P. Martin, … Continue reading Awaiting Judge’s Decision on Evidence in Msgr. Lynn Case
Critical Hearing In Msgr. Lynn Case Today
Will important evidence be admitted to the trial? Click here to read: "Key hearing Monday in Philly priest-abuse case," by Maryclaire Dale, The Associated Press, Phillynews.com, Jan. 23, 2012
Important Bill on Child Sex Abuse Introduced to PA Senate
Important bill relating to child sex abuse was introduced to Pennsylvania Senate. Click here to read press release.
Richter Scale, Please
"Seismic shifts reshape US Catholicism," by Tom Roberts, National Catholic Reporter, Jan. 17, 2012 Excerpt: “Catholics are developing a complex relationship between their Catholic identity on the one hand, and the way they understand what it means to practice their identity in the traffic of daily life on the other. “They are changing their mind … Continue reading Richter Scale, Please
Martin Luther King, Jr. Quote Applies to Any Advocacy
"Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that." Martin Luther King, Jr.
Breaking News: Archdiocese Delayed Reporting Priests’ Porn Until Last Month
BREAKING NEWS After reading the linked article below, I've lost ALL faith that the Church leadership in Philadelphia will ever do the right thing. I read this and wonder where we would be if the Archdiocese had invested the time, money and thought into evangelization, social services or Catholic education that it has into lawyers … Continue reading Breaking News: Archdiocese Delayed Reporting Priests’ Porn Until Last Month
Petition to Abolish the Statute of Limitations for Child Sex Abuse in PA
Please click here to sign a petition to abolish the statute of limitations for child sex abuse in PA.
Catholics4Change Mission and Site Reminders
As things heat up in the Philadelphia Archdiocese, Kathy and I wanted to remind readers of our mission and comments guidelines. Catholics4Change.com was created to serve as a forum for Catholics who would like to respectfully share their concerns and questions regarding Church accountability to laity on a variety of issues relating to the protection … Continue reading Catholics4Change Mission and Site Reminders
Lawyers Ask PA High Court to Step In
"Pa. high court is asked to review charges against monsignor" By John P. Martin INQUIRER STAFF WRITER, January 12, 2012 Attorneys for the Philadelphia monsignor accused of enabling priests to molest altar boys asked Thursday that the state's highest court review the charges, an unusual legal maneuver that could scuttle or delay the trial. Click here … Continue reading Lawyers Ask PA High Court to Step In
Catholic League Couldn’t Be Less Christ-Like With Latest Release
The Catholic League used the clip art at left in a press release in regard to the Boston Victims' Summit. To use such art in relation to the issue of clergy sex abuse is reprehensible. Regardless of what you think about the law suits, the media or the issue in general - the bottom line … Continue reading Catholic League Couldn’t Be Less Christ-Like With Latest Release
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