People often look to members of the clergy as spiritual leaders and as trusted members of the community that they can turn to for guidance. Unfortunately, members of the clergy are not without fault and there have been countless cases that have come to light over the years of clergy members using their position to…
In the U.S., the Roman Catholic Church has faced over 6,000 child abuse cases against Catholic priests. As a result, over $3 billion in compensation has been paid to abuse survivors. As more victims find the courage to step forward, it, in turn, gives others who have suffered in silence the strength to file clergy…
Child abuse by church clergy can be difficult for victims to identify. Because the abuse is carried on by a person of authority, younger victims might not understand a religious leader or member of the church is actually breaking the law. If you feel you or your child is a victim of church clergy abuse,…