What really happens is that the Church authorities conduct their own internal investigation, following which the paedophile priest could face internal discipline, although perhaps he could avoid any punishment for his first known offence if he sincerely repents, confesses his sin and promises not to reoffend. In any case, the penalties he could face are surprisingly light, limited at maximum to dismissal "if the case so warrants." The Church's Code of Canon Law 1395:2 sets out the penalties to be imposed for the most serious sex crimes a priest could commit: "A cleric who has offended in other ways against the sixth commandment of the Decalogue, if the crime was committed by force, or by threats, or in public, or with a minor under the age of sixteen years, is to be punished with just penalties, not excluding dismissal from the clerical state if the case so warrants."
This may be changing in some jurisdictions, as a result of public and legal pressure. There is a chance that a child who comes forward will receive support, justice and pastoral care from the Church authorities. However, it still seems to be the case in other jurisdictions that the child will be pointedly disbelieved or perhaps paid a sum of money in return for silence.
A greek sanctuary is a place where a priest molests children
Someone who molests little kids.
if you are a priest do you have to pay child support ?
Yes. The priest will state the child's name several times during the baptism. After the baptism ceremony the priest will also need the child's name for the blessing.
absolutely, a priest would be very happy to baptise a child!!
You need to tell someone, like your mother. If you feel that this is impossible, talk to a school counselor, priest, report it to Child Aid, the police, or your State's Child Protective Services.
Men.
A child priest is often referred to as an "altar server" or an "acolyte." These young individuals assist in the rituals and ceremonies of the church.
The priest is going to get cold and wet!
Consult your local priest.
Yes he s his kids. Sometimes molests them.
Nothing extraordinary happens. You are just a child of a parent.