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Letter On Clergy Sex Abuse And The Abuse of Power
By Archbishop Lucas
August 25-26, 2018
Dear Brothers and Sisters Christ,
News in recent weeks has shown that a number of bishops and priests, over many years, have been personally responsible for the sins and crimes of sexual abuse of minors and the abuse of power. Many have been hurt and shamed by this abuse. This hurt and shame are enduring because they took place where people should have been safe and respected. My shame is deepened by the knowledge that so many in positions of responsibility and trust ignored the cries of the victims and turned away when those who are so dear to the Lord needed their protection and care.
Several days ago, I met with a representative group of our archdiocesan priests. We shared experiences of the pain and anger of our parishioners. We spoke of our own desire for proper accountability and for healing in the Church. Like so many of you, my brother priests are hurt and demoralized by what we have heard. Please let me encourage us all to turn to Christ and beg his companionship in these days. I am committing to fast and pray each Thursday, for mercy and healing for the Church, and I have invited our priests to join me.
In addition, the priests have encouraged me in my commitment to insist with the other bishops of this country that there be structures put in place for judging allegations of misconduct on the part of bishops. All must be able to have confidence that there are transparent and effective ways for bishops to be held accountable for their actions.
Here in the Archdiocese of Omaha, we remain committed to the protection of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We remain committed to healing for victims of past abuse. In cooperation with members of law enforcement, we remain committed to responding deliberately and professionally to any claims of abuse. Anyone concerned about the actions of clergy or any Church worker should contact our Manager of Victim Outreach and Prevention, Mary Beth Hanus, at 402-827-3798 or toll-free at 1-888-808-9055.
Be assured of my prayers for all of you in the days ahead and of my gratitude for the privilege of serving as your archbishop.
Sincerely yours in Christ,
Most Reverend George J. Lucas
Archbishop of Omaha
This letter is Pizzagate related because it mentions Men in Power in the Catholic Church and their sexual abuse of Our Children.
I found it refreshing that the Abp. of Omaha, a place that we have researched as being compromised and of all places where the Franklin Scandal took place. I am hoping somehow this Abp. is Sincere and will make a difference. It takes Courage to Speak Out Now.
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[–] carmencita [S] 0 points 1 point 1 point (+1|-0) ago
Nothing he does surprises me anymore. I just wrote that he should Burn in the Fires of Hell. He is having his spies chase down Vigano. He will be punished for this in some way.
[–] VeryOffended ago (edited ago)
My mom grew up Catholic. That Billy Joel song "Only The Good Die Young" is her anthem. She very recently converted to Judaism in her 2nd marriage. I can't get her to talk about what she went through other than "it's all for looks and show." My dad is Protestant. My mom has so much hatred and pain towards the Catholic church, but she won't give specifics. I wasn't raised religious. Anyway, I know it's so much easier said than done and I know how the Roman Catholic Church is heading/the possibilities (much like Judaism lol) , but how about trying a social media movement to spin it? A coworker of mine has very sick parents. They're Irish Catholic. Her parents renewed their vows and their priest spoke of evils plaguing the religion during the ceremony and speaking to him one on one. He said they're are few good leaders out there and to watch out.
Edit: sorry, I know I should be the one to start it, but reaching out to moral religious people seems like it would help. Creating movements that way. Idk about Jews. I'm absolutely sure there are moral Jews, but there is an equal amount of abuse going on in the temple. I certainly know Catholics who are outraged and I feel that if we can come up with a social media trend, we can screw over those connected and in charge.
[–] carmencita [S] 0 points 2 points 2 points (+2|-0) ago
I know a couple and she is Catholic and he is Jewish. They are the nicest people ever. He practices his faith to a certain degree but is not Orthodox in any way. She goes along with him to these events. She celebrates Christmas with all the trimmings and they exchange gifts I believe to keep things running smooth. It's called give and take. I believe there are many of these people just as in other faiths. I don't think there are that many stringent and so many Holy Rollers and Orthodox left. But what scares me is that along with people stopping to go to Church is that they have stopped believing in God. People need to know they can pray without going to Church. How we get people to do this that is the question. Yes, there has to be some way that we can keep those that are outraged and to Keep the Faith.