All Sexual Abuse Roads Still Lead To Rome
Mary Dispenza and SNAP leaders are heading back to Rome on the anniversary of the Vatican Sexual Abuse Summit to remind Pope Francis of his promise to end sexual abuse by priests.
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What Happens In Rome – The Vatican Sexual Abuse Summit
For years I, and many other survivors and activists have felt we were shouting into the wilderness. Now, at the historic Vatican Sexual Abuse Summit, we have the chance to speak directly to the Pope and other church leaders who can do something about the scourge of abuse in the church.
UPDATE: CBS Nun report postponed
Friends, The incredible pace of news stories these days has pushed the CBS report on nun abuse from tomorrow’s schedule. As of now, I don’t have a new time for the show. But will keep you informed as I get word. Be well. Mary
Abuse by Nuns is Making News – Take Action Now
Hi friends, I want to alert you to a segment on The Abuse of Children by Nuns that will air on CBS Morning News on Tuesday, October 23rd at 7:30 am on your CBS channel. I and others from Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests (SNAP) are featured in the program. The abuse … Read more
Apology should be followed by action
Apologies are not enough When you’re wronged, it’s nice to hear the words, “I’m sorry, please forgive me.” I learned that much in Catholic school — a long, long time ago. I also learned that apology alone is never enough. We need to mend what we break and promise never to do it again.However, Pope Francis … Read more
How Investigating Abuse Might Win an Oscar and Fix the Economy
Spotlight is that rare film that deals with both the worst of people and the best of people and lets us know that we hold the keys to the solution for so many of our problems.
Behind the Friendly Smiles and Soothing Words
See that nice man, holding the little girl’s hand? That’s the priest who abused me and thirty other children.
SPOTLIGHT – THE film to see now
The SPOTLIGHT is on abusive priests. You must see this illuminating and critically acclaimed film, opening November 20th across the country.
Pope Francis in the US prompts interest in Priest Sexual Abuse
Pope Francis’ visit to the US had me scrambling. Along with others who’ve spoken out about the need for change in the Catholic Church. I had three calls for interviews just before and then during the Pope’s visit. Here are audio clips from two of those. Seattle’s KUOW had me on to talk specifically about … Read more
Welcome Pope Francis! And a way to help hold him to his word
Mary Dispenza celebrates the visit of Pope Francis to the US with a special offer and another plea for action on priest sex abuse.