"Bishops Won't Focus on Abuse Policies" by Laurie Goodstein, The New York Times, June 14, 2011 My take on the info in the above linked article: Are they for real? My daughter graduates from Catholic grade school this week. The Bishops and the Holy See have more than let down her wonderful teachers, the parish … Continue reading Bishops Break Promise Despite Clear Needs of Church
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Young Priest Discusses Vocation in Midst of Scandal
"Young Philadelphia priest seeks to be an instrument of healing," by Monica Yant Kinney, The Philadelphia Inquirer, June 12, 2011. "I didn't cause the problem, and I can't undo events that have caused people such sorrow," Friel tells me. "But what I can do is . . . be an instrument of healing. Because that … Continue reading Young Priest Discusses Vocation in Midst of Scandal
Word Against Word – Second Alleged Abuse Victim Steps Forward
"In abuse scandal, case a test of belief: Special Report: A prisoner's accusations are vivid, a priest's denial adamant. Now, a push for the truth." by David O'Reilly and Nancy Phillips, The Philadelphia Inquirer. Reserve your judgment until you've read the entire article. Word against word leaves a huge burden of proof on the prosecution. … Continue reading Word Against Word – Second Alleged Abuse Victim Steps Forward
New Head of Office of Children and Youth Protection – Same Old Problems
"After grand jury report on Philadelphia clergy scandal, more changes, more accusers," by John P. Martin, The Philadelphia Inquirer, June, 9 2011 Important Excerpts: "The archdiocese expects to pay more than $1.2 million for abuse victims' therapy this year, three times the amount it paid five years ago." ··· "The changes include ending any interrogation … Continue reading New Head of Office of Children and Youth Protection – Same Old Problems
Cardinal Rigali Replaced Soon?
"Denver's Chaput among likely replacements for embattled Philly Cardinal Rigali," by John Tomasic, for The Colorado Independent, June 8, 2011
We Want Our Priests to Speak Out
Featured Comment: by Laura Boquist While it may not be easy to speak out, I believe we are called to do so, and our priests must lead publicly on this issue. The culture that makes every attempt to resolve things privately allowed the abuse to continue for decades, and has exasperated many of us who … Continue reading We Want Our Priests to Speak Out
A Lost Calling
Below is a link to a note written by a Deacon candidate from the Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph in regard to his heart wrenching decision to withdraw from ordination. This is just one of countless casualties of the Catholic Church sex abuse scandal. "I have decided not to accept the call to Holy Orders..." … Continue reading A Lost Calling
Q&A: Why Are So Many Priests Silent?
Q. Why are members of the priesthood silent on the various issues that challenge the church, today? What are the factors that silence them? Why do they permit the factors to silence them? Why don't they organize and provide substantive insights and remedies. And, why do we call silent priests "good priests"? If there is … Continue reading Q&A: Why Are So Many Priests Silent?
Stopping Donations Is Only Part of Solution to Clergy Sex Abuse Scandal
The results of this Catholic Standard and Times poll indicate there will always be those who continue to participate and contribute despite Archdiocesan criminal behavior. While 25% say they will donate less, 15% say they will become MORE active in their parish and 38% say the current crisis won't affect their participation at all. Visit and … Continue reading Stopping Donations Is Only Part of Solution to Clergy Sex Abuse Scandal
Kansas City Star Calls for Bishop’s Resignation
Why won't The Philadelphia Inquirer's editorial board take this strong a stand? Kudos to the Kansas City Star. Even though Cardinal Rigali sent in his resignation papers upon his 75th birthday (as required), our newspapers could do a better job of making him more uncomfortable while he waits. "Kansas City Star Calls for Bishop Finn's … Continue reading Kansas City Star Calls for Bishop’s Resignation
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