[Malcolm]

This is not to address wrongs; rather it is a damage control session. Although I'm not fan of the non-Scripturally based Catholic Church, on the whole I've always had a good opinion of JPII. If he brushes this under the rug, (i.e., Cardinal Law is not demoted nor removed from his ofc), then these cheeseball "priests" and their "protectors" got away with everything. They molested young children, under the cover of Christianity, and where not only NOT disciplined but aided and abetted by this church to get away with it. SHAME!!!

[history_matters]

Dear Malcom, join us Catholic FReepers in prayer for justice for the victims, and prayer for the Pope to clean house. Every prayer counts.

[monkeywrench]

It says these priests face allegations. You have them tried and convicted. I'm a Protestant, but, can clearly see an attack by the left in these over inflated numbers.

[Gophack]

I disagree with your post on several points. First, the Pope has repeatedly and emphatically spoken out against sexual sins of priests. Second, I do not believe that this is a "damage control" session ... this is a serious matter and is being dealt with severely by the Vatican. I commend the decision of the Pope to bring the Cardinals to the Vatican and deal head-on with these crimes.

Finally, the Catholic Church is Scripturally based. Our faith is entirely grounded in Scripture, and Scripture is an important part of every Mass. If you have a problem with a specific Catholic doctrine or belief that you believe is not scripturally based, I would happy answer your question if I at all can.

God bless.

[epluribus_2]

non-Scripturally based Catholic Church... Jesus and his disciples and my Church came BEFORE the scriptures - please check your ignorant biases at the FR door.