"Archdiocese Considering Big Changes to Victims' Assistance Program," by John T. Gillespie, special to The Catholic Standard and Times, May 18, 2011. The key word here is "considering." Why not a commitment? The Archdiocese should fulfill ALL the recommendations of the Philadelphia Grand Jury Report. One recommendation was the removal of the victims' assistance program … Continue reading Archiodese Considering Changing Victims’ Assistance Program
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New York Times Article Makes Good Points About John Jay Report
"Church Report Cites Social Tumult in Priest Scandals," by Laurie Goodstein, The New York Times, May 17, 2011 "In one of the most counterintuitive findings, the report says that fewer than 5 percent of the abusive priests exhibited behavior consistent with pedophilia, which it defines as a “psychiatric disorder that is characterized by recurrent fantasies, … Continue reading New York Times Article Makes Good Points About John Jay Report
Landmark Report On Clergy Sex Abuse To Be Released Today
"Report Spreads Blame for Sex Abuse," by David Gibson, Religion News Service, National Catholic Reporter, May 17, 2011 "The truth turns out to be far more complex, according to a copy of the report by researchers at John Jay College of Criminal Justice that was provided by a church leader who believes the findings accurately … Continue reading Landmark Report On Clergy Sex Abuse To Be Released Today
CDF Sets Worldwide Deadline for Procedures on Clergy Sex Abuse
On his site, Whispers in the Loggia, Rocco Palmo shares the English text of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith's release today regarding the formulation of norms on clergy sex-abuse. "... the head of the "Holy Office," Cardinal William Levada, called on every national bench to complete their own procedures on the handling … Continue reading CDF Sets Worldwide Deadline for Procedures on Clergy Sex Abuse
St. Thomas Parish Meeting Leads to Determined Fight
By Kris Strid, Guest Blogger I attended an opportunity for prayer and dialogue concerning the sexual abuse scandal at our parish St. Thomas of Villanova last week. The meeting was initiated and run by the Parish Council. The format was perfect for honest dialogue. Our Pastor and assistant sat in the back and listened. I … Continue reading St. Thomas Parish Meeting Leads to Determined Fight
Front Page Outrage From Head of Sex Abuse Review Panel for Philly Archdiocese
Front page of The Inquirer today: "The chairwoman of the panel that reviews clergy sex-abuse cases for the Philadelphia Archdiocese has lashed out at Cardinal Justin Rigali and his bishops, accusing them of having "failed miserably at being open and transparent" about the misdeeds of their priests." "Head of Philly Priest Sex-Abuse Review Panel Criticizes … Continue reading Front Page Outrage From Head of Sex Abuse Review Panel for Philly Archdiocese
Amnesty International Names Vatican In Abuses
"The Vatican has been included for the first time in an Amnesty International report examining human rights. They found "increasing evidence of widespread child sexual abuse committed by clergy...and the enduring failures of the Catholic Church to address these crimes." "Amnesty Names Vatican Over Human Rights Abuses," by Patsy McGarry, Religious Affairs Correspondent, IrishTimes.com, May … Continue reading Amnesty International Names Vatican In Abuses
Nazareth Academy Suspends Teacher Accused of Sex Abuse at Archbishop Ryan in late 80s
"Teacher Suspended from Nazareth Academy High School After Alleged Sex Abuse," Saturday, May 7, 2011, CBS 3 Philadelphia
How the Archdiocese Handles Priest Abusers
Information supplied by the Catholic Accountability Project • 66 priests acknowledged by AD as abusers • 27 laicized, 17 sentenced to “prayer and penance” • 2 “defrocking” cases pending • Rev. James J. Brennan and Rev. Robert L. Brennan http://archphila.org/protection/Updates/update_main.htm Laicization • No records are kept of their whereabouts. (Editor's Note: The Dioceses of Detroit … Continue reading How the Archdiocese Handles Priest Abusers
Cardinal Rigali on National Sexual Assault Awareness Month
"National Sexual Assault Awareness, Child Abuse Month," by Cardinal Justin Rigali, Archbishop of Philadelphia for The Catholic Standard and Times The Cardinal writes: "The resurgence of news coverage concerning sexual abuse causes further pain. Every time there is a report of abuse it not only re-injures the victims, our parishioners are shaken by each disclosure, … Continue reading Cardinal Rigali on National Sexual Assault Awareness Month
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