DA’s Office Alleges Archdiocese Had Plan to Protect Accused Priests

October 29, 2011 ~ Susan Matthews ~ 85 Comments

Click here to read today's breaking news: "Plan by archdiocese to protect priests alleged in motion," by John P. Martin, The Inquirer, Oct. 29, 2011

Archbishop Chaput Installed This Thursday

September 4, 2011 ~ Susan Matthews ~ 9 Comments

Many have asked what I hope from Archbishop Chaput's leadership. Kathy and I hope he will follow all of the recommendations of the 2011 Grand Jury Report. For instance, the Archdiocese still hasn't removed the Victims Assistance Program from its (and therefore, its lawyers) supervision. We hope Archbishop Chaput will support a bill for the … Continue reading Archbishop Chaput Installed This Thursday

Winds of Change?

July 14, 2011 ~ Susan Matthews ~ 12 Comments

Is Cardinal Rigali finally headed for retirement? Multiple sources have reported that the Holy See could name a replacement as early as tomorrow or next week. Who will it be? This article in the National Catholic Reporter covers four possibilities. What we do know is that this appointment is long overdue. Philadelphia's faithful have been … Continue reading Winds of Change?