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Victims blast Joliet bishop on abuse
Victims blast Joliet bishop on abuse
Two more accused clerics missing from his list, group says
They’re also not in recent “Anderson Report” on abuse in Illinois
SNAP urges the inclusion of those who prey on ‘vulnerable adults’
It begs those who “saw, suspected or suffered abuse” to speak up
NC -- Victims ‘out’ five ‘credibly accused clerics’
Victims ‘out’ five ‘credibly accused clerics’
They allegedly abuse elsewhere but were in NC too
None have attracted attention in the Charlotte area
Group says Charlotte’s bishop is “reckless & secretive’
He ‘puts kids at risk;’ won’t reveal names of predator priests
Childhood Sexual Abuse (and youth pastor) Drops $750K Lawsuit Against His Victim
Austin man accused former minister of molesting him
Then, ex-pastor sued him for defamation
However, the suit was dropped before the initial court hearing
SNAP tells victims “If you were assaulted, speak out, don’t be intimidated”
Group also calls on church officials to help reform abuser friendly laws
Victims to write accused names on sidewalk
Victims ‘out’ five more publicly accused priests
“Bishop’s list is deceptive and incomplete,” they say
In surprising move, they praise prelate for his “more inclusive list”
Braxton, unlike most of his peers, exposes those who prey on adults
SNAP: “But alleged abusers’ photos & whereabouts should be added”
MO Attorney General Prodded to Release Report on Sexual Abuse in the Church
Church abuse probe passes six month mark
SNAP: MO attorney general is moving too slowly
Group wants a preliminary report like the Illinois one
It also warns that a serial predator priest may be paroled
Self help organization wants archbishop to ‘sound the alarm’
WHAT
On the six month anniversary of the Missouri Attorney General’s (AG) probe into clergy sex abuse, victims and their supporters will prod the AG to
---give a ‘preliminary report on his work (like the IL AG did),
---push bishops to post accused clerics’ names (like the IL AG did),
Victims applaud WV attorney general
Victims applaud WV attorney general
They prod others with info to ‘step forward’
Group seeks “witnesses & whistleblowers to help AG
SNAP also ‘outs’ 3 accused priests ‘under the radar’ in WV
Accused priest’s trial approaches in Kansas
Accused predator priest’s trial approaches
Ordained in 2011, the accused cleric is young
Two alleged victims are both in early teens now
SNAP: “It’s your civic & moral duty to speak up”
Group also ‘outs’ 3 more accused Kansas priests
It seeks “victims, witnesses & whistleblowers now!”
“Archbishop: Teach your flock how to act,” SNAP says
Victims ‘out’ 8 more accused Steubenville clerics
Victims ‘out’ 8 more accused Steubenville clerics
They are not on diocese’s list of 'credibly accused' or admitted abusers
Group blasts Catholic officials on abuse & cover up
It’s “outraged” diocese has a priest answering victims’ calls
“He should be replaced by a non-Catholic licensed therapist,” SNAP says
"The real solution," group insists, "is prosecution & legislative reform"
Winter Appeal 2023
To our friends,
2023 has been a long year with many ups and downs for us all. As we close out the year, we at SNAP hope that you are feeling like you are on your way to being healthy, fulfilled, and happy. This past year has brought both successes and challenges. Thanks to the support you have shown in the past, we’ve been able to celebrate the good days and weather the stormy ones. Now, we are once again asking for your support as we work to support survivors new and old as we ‘Move SNAP Forward.’
At SNAP we are proud to have hosted a very well-attended conference in August 2023. This event allowed us to gather friends, survivors, advocates, and allies for a weekend of camaraderie and connection. We were so happy to be able to welcome many first-time attendees to gather in person and are already looking forward to the next conference.
To strengthen our movement for justice, healing, and prevention, SNAP will be expanding our peer support and providing more volunteer opportunities in the coming year. Through this great work, we are ensuring survivor voices are represented as we work for significant change that will benefit children and survivors.
Right now, survivors worldwide are getting the help they need from SNAP, and more and more reach out to us daily, but we need your help to keep those programs going and get our volunteers the training they need to thrive.
Your tax-deductible gift to SNAP can help offset the cost of our important mission. If you are not in a position to contribute, you can still support us by sharing this letter with those who can. As we continue to fight for survivors across the globe, your donation or sharing the great work SNAP does will help us continue our work to protect the vulnerable, heal the wounded, and prevent abuse.
Your donation ensures SNAP will be there for those who need us more than ever!
Warmly,
Michael W. McDonnell, C.P.S.
Interim Executive Director