Sex abuse
No one in the North American church has escaped the pain, the anger, the frustration caused by the horror of child sexual abuse cases perpetrated by clergy and religious. It is a nightmare of Kafkaesque proportions, a nightmare from which we do not seem able to awaken. Read more...
While no one really knows whether the cause of pedophilia is psychological, biological or a combination of the two, researcher David Finkelhor has suggested that four preconditions must be met for abuse to occur. Read more...
By Warren Sazama S.J.
Following is the text of a letter the author sent to all of his contacts in March, 2002. Read more...
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By Fr. Stephen J. Rossetti
When complex situations are given simplistic understandings and simplistic solutions, people will inevitably be hurt. The phenomenon of child sexual abuse, in the priesthood and in society at large, is a complex issue that does not admit of simple understandings or simple solutions. Read more...
By Kathleen L. McChesney
An unprecedented study of the nature and scope of sex abuse by Catholic clergy provides important data for understanding and addressing a devastating problem. Read more...
By Christy Schiller M.A.
We know more than we ever have about how to prevent sexual abuse in ministry situations. Be sure you are up to date on this topic. Read more...
By Sister Cindy Kaye R.S.M.
Religious communities can be part of the healing process for candidates who have experienced sexual abuse. Read more...
By Sister Susan Francois C.S.J.P.
Many are calling the church broken. Is this any time to be inviting people to be its public face? Actually, yes. Read more...
By Father Ronald Rolheiser O.M.I.
This dark night in the church is meant to stretch our hearts. The pain won’t leave until we’ve learned from it. Read more...
By HORIZON editors
Vocation ministers can do much to prevent future sexual abuse by doing their jobs well. That begins with a strong professional foundation. Read more...
HORIZON presents thoughts from Catholics with varied backgrounds and perspectives. Read more...
By Sister Cynthia Nienhaus C.S.A.
As the Catholic Church works toward renewal in the wake of the sexual abuse crisis, here are four areas that help foster a healthy church where vocations can flourish. Read more...
By HORIZON interviews Father John Tourangeau O. Praem.
Vocation directors can be key leaders in encouraging a healthy community culture, a crucial factor in preventing sexual abuse. Read more...
By Mike Riley
Religious orders have made tremendous progress in safeguarding youth. Sustaining those strides forward requires conscious, ongoing commitment. Read more...
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