Alien Posted April 22, 2010 Share Posted April 22, 2010 Germany Netherlands Ireland Austria.....any more? "The pope praised "the steps taken by the German Bishops Conference (including) the naming of a bishop as a special counsel" who would act as a watchdog on the issue of the sexual abuse of children". A bishop as a special council acting as a watchdog on the issue??? Considering all the countries involved...he's got a helluva job on. Although they've apologised (how long did that take?) what do forumers think the Church's next step should be? Can they heal the wounds...significantly? Me. An independent enquiry with the sole purpose of bringing offenders and those constructive in protecting them to trial. Stop self congratulating themselves on a job well done when they in effect are/were the cause. Make reparations to the abused. And I don't mean a backhander and now shut up. Maybe a memorial to those alive and dead in recognition of the failings of the Catholic state, and by implication a constant reminder to the catholic state of it's involvement. Religion bashing over...as we know most posters feelings on that subject. So again...how should the Catholic church move forward? Sorry if you feel this is another one, but...whatever! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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