Priest criticizes Christian Brothers' legal tactics against sex abuse survivors as a betrayal of Christian values
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Kevin Dillon
Summary
A priest reflects on the Catholic Church's response to the sex abuse crisis, criticizing the Christian Brothers for using legal strategies to avoid financial responsibility for victims. The author argues that while the order has done good work in education, its legal maneuvering against abuse survivors betrays Christian values and undermines the Church's moral authority. The piece questions what Jesus would think of an institution that prioritizes protecting its assets over caring for the vulnerable.
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Twitter / XPriest criticizes Christian Brothers' legal tactics against sex abuse survivors as a betrayal of Christian valuestheage.com.auKey quotes
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By and large, the church has failed to live up to its basic Christian obligations.
Had it done so, perhaps the many empty pews might still be occupied by people who treasure their faith.
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