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The Catholic Church as a whole does not support child abuse, although more and more information coming to light shows that individual bishops protect the perpetrators within the Church and silence the victims, while others simply turn a blind eye. In fact, the Church says that it opposes child abuse, and indeed many bishops do oppose the evil practice, but whether the Church systemically opposes child sexual abuse is uncertain.
Bishop Geoffrey Robinson (Confronting Power and Sex in the Catholic Church) says that the pope alone has the power to make the changes that are necessary. He is convinced that if the pope had spoken clearly and firmly at the beginning of the revelations, the entire response of the Church would have been far better. Even now, Robinson can see no evidence that a true confrontation of the problem is occurring.
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They oppose it. They go with God not the devil.
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What does the catholic church base these teachings of child abuse on?
The Catholic Church believes that child abuse is evil. This teaching is based on natural and a belief in the dignity of every human person.
What was the title of martin Luther's publication that outlined his opinion about fraud and abuse within the catholic church?
The 95 Theses
Why did the catholic church authorize child abuse in Ireland?
This isn't true. The Catholic Church would never authorize 'child abuse'. However, in the past, sadly many of the clergy may have sanctioned or participated in immoral acts like child abuse. Just because a few religious do this shouldn't be confused with the entire Church sacntionizing or morally approving the immoral act. Those clergy or laymen who claim that the Church is taking some immoral position such as authorizing child abuse are spreading heresy and in extreme cases can be excommunicated.
What kind of controversies have recently surrounded the Roman Catholic Church?
Recent controversies involving the Catholic Church have been allegations of child abuse and formal charges that have been brought against members. Between 1998 and 2006 there was also a lot of controversy of how the Catholic Church interacted with other religious groups.
What were the abuses by the Roman Catholic Church called?
A:Any organisation of the longevity and scale of the Catholic Church would have some skeletons in its closet, although perhaps the Catholic Church has attracted more than a fair share of miscreants into its ranks. Some systemic abuses within the Catholic Church are as follow. Simony is a well-known failing of the Catholic Church, often involving the sale of church offices and of indulgences.Forgery has been used with great success to advance the power and wealth of the Church. The most infamous forged document coming out of the Vatican is the so-called 'Donation of Constantine'.Nepotism involved granting important church positions to the illegitimate children and family members of bishops, cardinals and popes.Largely hidden, at least until recent times, is sexual abuse, especially solicitation in the confessional and child abuse. Doyle, Sipe and Wall ('Sex, Priests and Secret Codes') say that clergy sexual abuse of minors and vulnerable adults has occurred from the earliest centuries..Catholic AnswerFirst off, it's just Catholic, not Roman Catholic. Roman is an epithet first commonly used in England after the protestant revolt to describe the Catholic Church. It is never used by the official Catholic Church. Secondly, your question is asking for abuses BY the Catholic Church. The Catholic Church as an institution is the Mystical Body of Christ, and guaranteed by Him to be here until the end of time offering salvation to people until the end of the world. As such, the Catholic Church, itself, cannot have "abuse". Now, if you want to know about abuse perpetuated by individuals in the Church, even Popes, then you have to narrow your question down, perhaps to a century and/or a specific region to ask a sensible question and get a sensible answer. You cannot ask a question about a world-wide divine institution that has been around for twenty centuries and expect a specific answer outside of a book.
Why is the Catholic Church and Cardinal Sean Brady in denial of Child Abuse?
The Catholic Church does not deny the Child Abuse - Fr. Brendan Smyth was the abuser. The subject causing controversy is that Cardinal Sean Brady was aware of this and did not do much about it. The Catholic Church are very particular about Child Abuse, Especially in America, where child abuse cases are more common. Cardinal Tarcisio Bertone, Vatican Secretary of State, tried to explain how complicated these cases can be. He said; "if a priest cannot confide in his bishop for fear of being denounced then it would mean that there is no more liberty of conscience". But, the Catholic Church insists a "demand that a bishop be obligated to contact police to denounce a priest who had admitted paedophilia". Cardinal Sean Brady is in the wrong for not taking the situation further.
What has the author Francis Kelly Nemeck written?
Francis Kelly Nemeck has written: 'O Blessed night!' -- subject(s): Catholic Church, Catholic Church.., Codependency, Doctrines, Purgative way to perfection, Religious aspects of Codependency, Religious aspects of Substance abuse, Religious aspects of Suffering, Spirituality, Substance abuse, Suffering 'Receptivity'
Who was the Christian scholar who called upon the Catholic church to end abuse and give more attention to spiritual leadership?
Desiderius Erasmus and other Christian scholars urged the church to make reforms to end abuse and give more attention to spiritual leadership.
What does the Catholic church do for victims in society?
They usually give them donated money. but it depends on their condition. 'Victims of society' could be depression, poverty or even abuse at home. in which case the Catholic church would give them councilling or find them a better place to live
What factors helped most to bring about the Protestant reformation?
Kings and princes in northern Europe resented the power of the Catholic Church. Also: The reformers were were not happy with a lot of the teaching and practices of the Late Medieval Catholic Church . The selling/abuse of indulgences was a concern of Luther. The reform movement really gained momentum When Martin Luther wrote and made public "The Ninety-Five Theses". This was a list of questions and propositions (mainly about the abuse of indulgences) for public debate.
What does it mean to reform movement against the Catholic Church caused by abuse of power and corruption?
It sounds like protestant propaganda to justify the protestant revolt.
What effects have Peter Tobin left on the Catholic Church?
With the Church still reeling from accusations of abuse by church priests, and coverups by higher-up church leaders, the last thing that was needed was a man like Peter Tobin. Pedephile, serial killer and church handyman, Tobin seemed to embody all things wrong with the Catholic church. With an apology from the Pope himself, and monetary settlements for victims and families worth millions of dollars, there is hope that changes will be made to protect the millions of catholic children around the world from the very people they are taught to trust.
