For many years the Catholics4Change community of laity, parents, and clergy abuse survivors has communicated to the Archdiocese of Philadelphia many ways that they could improve safety for all. Especially children. Many years. We have emailed Leslie Davila of OCYP/ Victims Assistance and John Delaney of Archdiocese Investigations. I have had several phone conversations with … Continue reading Children and Laity Remain at Risk in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia
Tag: Clergy Sex Abuse
Father Peter Foley Allegedly Abused Cardinal Dougherty Student In the 80s
The revolting revelations just keep coming. This lawsuit brings to light another example of the Philly Archdiocese's dangerous waiting game. Link to The Philadelphia Inquirer coverage here. As of this publication date, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia currently lists Father Peter Foley as having full faculties on its' clergy list. Philly priests depend upon the clergy … Continue reading Father Peter Foley Allegedly Abused Cardinal Dougherty Student In the 80s
Leading Clergy Child Sex Abuse Researcher Richard Sipe Dies
A.W. Richard Sipe, who passed away last week, has left an important legacy for those who work to understand and prevent clergy child sex abuse.
Church Found Compliant… with Coverups
With so much compliance, why are there still so many issues? The archdioceses of Philadelphia and Kansas City have always been found in compliance. Clearly, there are many who would beg to differ - the newest victims, the courts, the parents, law enforcement, etc. Who wants to bet that Newark will always be in found … Continue reading Church Found Compliant… with Coverups
Guilty! Jury Believed “Billy”
Click here to read: "Guilty verdicts in priest sex abuse trial," by Joseph A. Slobodzian, January 30, 2013Click here to watch: "Catholic Priest, Teacher Guilty of Abusing Altar Boy," by Maryclaire Dale, NBC.com, January 30, 2013Excerpt: "The victim is this case has shown exceptional courage," said District Attorney Seth Williams. "Not only did he have … Continue reading Guilty! Jury Believed “Billy”
Isn’t It Ironic? Bishops Investigating US Nuns
For a heaping helping of hypocrisy, click here to read, "Bishops investigating US nuns have poor records on sex abuse cases," by Jason Berry, Jan. 5, 2013, The National Catholic Reporter Excerpt: "A small but resonant chorus of critics is raising an issue of a hypocrisy that has grown too blatant to ignore. The same … Continue reading Isn’t It Ironic? Bishops Investigating US Nuns
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
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
Prosecutors’ Prophetic 2006 Letter Begged Cardinal to Consider His Conscience
In July of 2006, Maureen McCartney and Mariana Sorenson, two prosecutors assigned to the 2005 Philadelphia grand jury investigation wrote Cardinal Rigali a letter foreshadowing the 2011 Grand Jury Report. "We are writing to you as private citizens and advocates of legislative reform because we are alarmed by the message – propagated by Church lobbyists … Continue reading Prosecutors’ Prophetic 2006 Letter Begged Cardinal to Consider His Conscience
Archdiocese Contracts Out Morality Lessons
Training priests that sex abuse is wrong seems besides the point. The good priests already know this. The abusive priests don't care. More importantly, who is going to teach the Bishops that they shouldn't cover up sex abuse? This is just another PR move. They are getting out in front of the very real shortcomings … Continue reading Archdiocese Contracts Out Morality Lessons
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