Questions for Archbishop Nelson Perez – Part Two

Please see our blog post from January 18,2026 with very important questions for Archbishop Perez. His secretary, Donna Huddell, confirmed receiving the email with the blog post.https://catholics4change.com/2026/01/18/questions-for-archbishop-nelson-perez/ The following are additional questions: Why do you allow Msgr. George Majoros to house priests who have been charged with crimes at the Sacred Heart Parish rectory? When … Continue reading Questions for Archbishop Nelson Perez – Part Two

No Safety In These Numbers: Growth Doesn’t Erase Harm in the Catholic Church of Philadelphia

Archbishop Nelson Perez took a break from a typical day which could include presiding at a funeral for a predator priest who sexually violated the bodies of little girls. Or continuing to ignore a deceased clergy abuse victim's family. And of course laughing at a mocking impersonation of an Archdiocese victims assistance coordinator. Instead, yesterday … Continue reading No Safety In These Numbers: Growth Doesn’t Erase Harm in the Catholic Church of Philadelphia

Epstein Files: Examining the Archdiocese of Philadelphia’s Connection

In November 2018, Archbishop Charles Chaput announced the establishment of the Independent Reconciliation and Reparations Program. A victim compensation program would be administered by attorneys Kenneth Feinberg and Camille Biros. An Oversight Committee chaired by former U.S. Senator George Mitchell was announced. The committee would monitor the claims process and also review and evaluate the … Continue reading Epstein Files: Examining the Archdiocese of Philadelphia’s Connection

Catholics4Change Is 15 Years Strong: Faith That Refuses to Stay Silent

The following open letter is to Dan Cellucci of the Catholic Leadership Institute, and Brian McCarthy the Chief Strategy Officer of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. Catholic Philly identifies the Catholic Leadership Institute (CLI) as a key partner to the Strategic Planning Office which will be overseeing Archbishop Perez's Trust and Hope Campaign The effort focuses … Continue reading Catholics4Change Is 15 Years Strong: Faith That Refuses to Stay Silent

Breaking News…Bucks County Catholic School Teacher Arrested

Bucks County District Attorney Jen Schorn charged long-time teacher Richard Adamsky with felony child sex abuse material possession. He also faces charges for criminal use of a communication facility. Adamsky taught at Nativity of Our Lord parish school in Warminster, PA, for over 30 years. He was also a youth sports coach. The Archdiocese of … Continue reading Breaking News…Bucks County Catholic School Teacher Arrested

Philly Clergy Arrests and Removals Has Laity Lacking Trust and Hope

In the past few years a number of Philly priests have been arrested for various crimes. Others have been removed from ministry by the Archdiocese of Philadelphia for credible allegations of sexual abuse or violations of the Standards of Ministerial Behavior and Boundaries with little information provided. Still others have disappeared from ministry completely with … Continue reading Philly Clergy Arrests and Removals Has Laity Lacking Trust and Hope

Children and Laity Remain at Risk in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia

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

Press 1 to Be Ignored: Philly Archdiocese Leaves Victim’s Dad Waiting on Answers

Arthur and Elaine Baselice lost their beloved son, Arthur III, to a drug overdose in 2006. Their son was a student at Archbishop Ryan High School in the 1990's when the alleged sexual abuse by a priest began. The perpetrator, Rev. Charles Newman, introduced drugs and alcohol to young Arthur as part of the abuse … Continue reading Press 1 to Be Ignored: Philly Archdiocese Leaves Victim’s Dad Waiting on Answers

The Archdiocese of Philadelphia Scores A Victory In Court Against Clergy Abuse Victim

The 2005 Grand Jury Report investigating child sexual abuse in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia has several pages concerning the sexual depravity and alleged sexual abuse perpetrated by Fr Michael J McCarthy. The priest allegedly sexually abused students at Cardinal O'Hara High School in the 1970's. He was reported by fellow priests for having sexual graphic … Continue reading The Archdiocese of Philadelphia Scores A Victory In Court Against Clergy Abuse Victim

Archdiocese Still Uses Pervert To Recruit Seminarians

Fr David Buffum left active ministry in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia in September 2023. Weeks ago, Catholics4Change provided the Archdiocese with disturbing information concerning a double life that Buffum seemed to lead using an altar- ego name online in the years 2020-2023 while in active ministry. We also provided the obscene and demented podcast series … Continue reading Archdiocese Still Uses Pervert To Recruit Seminarians