Donna Farrell, spokesperson for the Philadelphia Archdiocese, answered our letter to Cardinal Rigali on his behalf. I received the letter late today and will share the contents and my thoughts in a post this Sunday. I urge every Catholic to share the link to this site with fellow Philadelphia Catholics this Sunday. Thanks in advance.
Msgr. Lynn and Others Plead Not Guilty Today
"5 Plead Not Guilty In Philadelphia Sex Abuse Cases," by Sarah Hoye, CNN, April 15, 2011
Former Bishop Cavalier About Child Sex Abuse
"In an interview that aired Thursday, Roger Vangheluwe, the former bishop of Bruges, spoke of his sexual abuse as 'a little game,' that involved fondling, but no 'rough sex.'" "Child-Abusing Former Bishop's Tell-All Shocks Belgium," by Robert Wielaard, Associated Press, AolNews.com, April 15th
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Please make your donation through this secure PayPal link. All contributions will be used for print ads in the Philadelphia Inquirer and the placement of press releases on PR News Wire (a public relations service). These ads and press releases will help take our specific requests of Church leadership public. These requests are in regard … Continue reading Help Pay For Inquirer Ads & PR News Wire
Questions Abound Regarding USCCB Audit Process
Abuse Cases Raise Doubt About Claims In Dioceses' Annual Reports, by David O'Reilly, The Philadelphia Inquirer, April 12, 2011. From the article: "The gap between that action and the archdiocese's self-evaluation has "thrown our audit process open," Kettelkamp said, adding that her staff was debating asking dioceses to open priests' personnel files to investigators. Robert … Continue reading Questions Abound Regarding USCCB Audit Process
One Priest’s Perspective On Silence
I am priest but not of or from your area. I admire very much the efforts you have taken and are taking for Church transparency, accountability and reform in wake of the sex abuse crisis. Not long ago, some asked: Where are the good priests? Why are they silent? People have asked these questions and … Continue reading One Priest’s Perspective On Silence
Invite from Voice of the Faithful for Friday’s Hearing
Dan Bartley, national President of Voice of the Faithful will come to Philadelphia on Friday, April 15, for the formal arraignment for the accused pedophile priests and Msgr. Lynn, accused enabler of abuse. Dan will address a press conference at the courthouse at 13th and Filbert at 11 AM after the hearing. He will discuss … Continue reading Invite from Voice of the Faithful for Friday’s Hearing
You are Invited to a Meeting in the Downington Area
All are invited to a meeting on Wednesday April 13th at 7:30 p.m. in the Downingtown area. This is a group of informed, proactive, concerned Catholics who have been working on the issues we have encountered as members of the Philadelphia Archdiocese. This group can help provide information about the efforts of lay people in … Continue reading You are Invited to a Meeting in the Downington Area
Are You Struggling to Keep the Faith?
I've been approached by so many moms and dads who are struggling within their marriages and families in regard to the child sex abuse and cover up. One spouse is reticent to continue sending their children to Catholic school, contributing to collections or going to Mass. The other spouse struggles to be keeper of the … Continue reading Are You Struggling to Keep the Faith?
Sex-Abuse Experts Weigh Claims for Archdiocese
Read today's front page story in The Philadelphia Inquirer on Gina Maisto Smith, the former assistant DA hired by the Archdiocese to investigate allegations. The article outlines her investigative team and the process. "Sex-Abuse Experts Weigh Claims for Archdiocese," by Craig R. McCoy, The Philadelphia Inquirer, April 10, 2010.
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