Three academic researchers sought to examine a community's suffering from "just one credibly accused Jesuit." What they found is clergy sexual abuse is never about just one person, place or phenomenon. And the harms take many forms, with some taking years or decades to surface.
"Before going on medical leave, I tried to overcome my depression and anxiety on my own," Conley said. "I've learned that this is simply not possible. Mental health problems are real health problems. And as with any illness, you cannot fix it yourself; you need the care of others.
As neighborhood demographics changed over the years, Sacred Heart Church in North Omaha has evolved into a community that serves more universal needs, and emphasizes inclusion and area outreach.
The National Review Board, the all-lay group that monitors dioceses' performance in dealing with sexually abusive clergy and creating a safe environment for children throughout the church, has four new members.
"From what I observed, Pope Francis did not express anger toward Fr. Martin, nor did he convey that he was unhappy with his ministry," Bishop Steven Biegler of Cheyenne, Wyoming, told NCR.
"When you ask about religion and race and ethnicities, Nebraskans are very optimistic that people can come together across religious and racial lines to solve problems. Where that falls apart is partisanship."
The Field Hospital: For the past 25 years, the Institute for Priestly Formation has helped thousands of priests and seminarians from around the United States to experience God's love and pass it on to their flocks.
Preservation of the family, marriage and the unborn were the main themes of the annual National Catholic Prayer Breakfast at the Marriott Marquis hotel in Washington April 23.
