Our Issue With the Archdiocesan Victim Assistance Program

April 19, 2011 ~ Susan Matthews ~ 21 Comments

We commend Archbishop Carroll High School's administration for how it handled yesterday's crisis. Their letter to parents included FBI contact information. The brave student who came forward in regard to Fran Murphy did the best thing possible. He and his mother contacted civil authorities. However, the Archdiocese in its press release and on its Web … Continue reading Our Issue With the Archdiocesan Victim Assistance Program

One Priest’s Perspective On Silence

April 11, 2011 ~ Susan Matthews ~ 43 Comments

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

A Link of Hope Sent from Knoxville

April 9, 2011 ~ Susan Matthews ~ 3 Comments

I received the following blog link from a Catholic man in Tennessee who wanted to applaud our efforts and share some hope. The Diocese of Knoxville was dealt a blow when it was revealed that their first Bishop had sexually abused high school students. This can happen anywhere. It's handled better some places than others. … Continue reading A Link of Hope Sent from Knoxville

Cover Up Hits Home

March 31, 2011 ~ Susan Matthews ~ 5 Comments

Here is the March 30, 2011 FOX 29 10 p.m. segment on what has become a very personal cause. Take away - Guidelines are useless if they aren't followed and there is no accountability.