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Abuse Tracker 2008 |
January 2008
January 1
- Judge Dismisses Lawsuit against Catholic Diocese in Wis., in Jamestown Sun (January 1, 2008)
- Hudson, Wis. / Names of Accused Clergy Stay Secret: Family of Mortician Killed by Priest Loses Suit to Get List Catholic Officials Compiled, by Elizabeth Mohr, Pioneer Press (January 1, 2008)
- Lawsuit against Bishops Halted, Hudson Family Vows to Fight on: A Judge Dismissed the Suit Seeking Names of Priests Suspected of Sex Abuse. It Stemmed from Two Killings in 2002 at a Funeral Home., by Chao Xiong, Star Tribune (December 31, 2007)
- 'Credible' Abuse Accusation Brought against Dead Priest, by Linda Leicht, News Leader (January 1, 2008)
- Slow Healing in the Catholic Church, by Robert C. Bordone and Robert J. Bowers, Boston Globe (January 1, 2008)
- Church Still Unreformed: Plaintiff's Attorney Says Don't Trust Stats on Clergy Abuse., by Anthony M. De Marco, Los Angeles Times (January 1, 2008)
- Sex Abuse Scandal Catches up with Religious Orders, by Barbara Bradley Hagerty, National Public Radio (December 31, 2007)
January 2
- News of the Weird — Principal Is Major Drag, in Free Press (January 2, 2008)
- Church Facing Lawsuit: Woman Says They Were Warned Not to Hire Peter Kim, by Pierrette J. Shields, Longmont Times-Call (January 1, 2008)
- Italy's Man from God, by Roger Cohen, New York Times (December 24, 2007)
- Locally, It Was a Shocking and Dramatic Year: News Events Here Turned the Eyes of the Nation on Western New York, by Maki Becker, Buffalo News (January 1, 2008)
- A Priest's Lonely Ministry: As Fewer Join the Catholic Clergy, Many Must Contend with Isolationv, by Elizabeth Hamilton, Hartford Courant (January 2, 2008)
- Britain Has Become a 'Catholic Country', by Jonathan Wynne-Jones, The Telegraph (December 26, 2007)
- Catholic Parishes Grow As Suburbs Expand: Influx of Hispanics, Recent Housing Boom Creates Need for More Churches, by Gary Soulsman, Daily Times (January 2, 2008)
- Alumni: Archbishop Ryan Stable Despite Charges against Priest, by Valerie Russ, Philadelphia Daily News (January 2, 2008)
- Clergy-Abuse Group Plans Lawsuit against Green Bay Diocese, Associated Press in Wsaw (January 2, 2008)
- Priest Arrested over Sex Abuse Claims, by David Taylor, Wigan Observer (January 2, 2008)
- Clergy Abuse Group to Sue Green Bay Diocese, Associated Press in WKBT (January 2, 2008)
- Brothers Sexually Assaulted by Priest Sue Green Bay Diocese: Victims Claim Church Cover-Up in Feeney Case: Victims Claim Church Cover-Up in Feeney Case, by Dan Wilson, Appleton Post-Crescent (January 2, 2008)
January 3
- Wheeling Man Facing Child Porn Charges, by Fred Connors, Wheeling News-Register (January 3, 2008)
- Church Teacher Accused of Molesting 5-Year-Old Indicted, in KNXV-TV - ABC15 (January 2, 2008)
- Abuse Allegation Stuns Church Members, by Sarah Muench, Arizona Republic (January 2, 2008)
- Priest's Sentence Will Stand, by Peter E. Bortner, Republican & Herald (January 3, 2008)
- White Salmon Police Investigate Accusations of Sexual Misconduct against Priest, in White Salmon (January 2, 2008)
- St. Andrew's Sold to Bethel AME, by John Ruch, Jamaica Plain Gazette (January 2, 2008)
- Lawsuit Claims Green Bay Diocese Knew Of, Covered up Abuse: Sex Assault by Catholic Priest Could Have Been Avoided, Suit Says, by Andy Nelesen, Green Bay Press-Gazette (January 3, 2008)
- Men Sue Green Bay Catholic Diocese over Pedophile Priest, by Elizabeth Ries, WBAY-TV - ABC2 (January 3, 2008)
- Merryfields Dropped Charges in 1970s, by Natalie Arnold, WBAY-TV - ABC2 (January 3, 2008)
- Church Asked for Names, Whereabouts of Clergy Who Abused Children, by Emily Matesic, WBAY-TV - ABC2 (January 3, 2008)
- Diocese Responds to Civil Action, in Diocese of Green Bay (January 2, 2008)
- Brothers Molested by Priest File Fraud Lawsuit, by Katie DeLong, Associated Press on TMJ-4 (January 3, 2008)
- 2 Victims of Priest File Civil Suit in Sexual Abuse Case: Diocese of Green Bay Accused of Hiding His History: Diocese of Green Bay Accused of Hiding His History, by Tom Heinen, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (January 3, 2008)
- Priest Charged with Lying about Mob Ties, by Brad Bumsted, Pittsburgh Tribune-Review (January 3, 2008)
- Denaples' Priest Charged with Perjury for Grand Jury Testimony, by Peter Jackson, Associated Press in Pocono Record (January 3, 2008)
- Ginghamsburg Volunteer Charged with Sexual Imposition, by Melody Vallieu, Tipp City Herald (January 3, 2008)
- SNAP Wants More Details from Idaho's Catholic Diocese on Priest's 'Misconduct': Church Officials Say Rev. Raul Covarrubias Didn't Break Any Laws and the Matter Will Remain Private, by Bill Roberts, Church Officials Say Rev. Raul Covarrubias Didn't Break Any Laws and the Matter Will Remain Private (January 3, 2008)
January 4
- Diocese Turns to Online Collection, Associated Press (January 4, 2008)
- Church Lawsuits Caused Closings, in Press (January 4, 2008)
- "Safe While in Our Care" San Francisco Archdiocese Creates New Office to Protect Children, in California Catholic Daily (January 4, 2008)
- Cleveland Diocese Abuse Policy Comes under Fire, by David Briggs, Plain Dealer (January 4, 2008)
- State High Court Will Hear Sex Case against Ex-Priest, by Colleen Kottke, Fond Du Lac Reporter (January 4, 2008)
- Pastor Accused of Sexual Abuse, by Mick Trevey and Katie DeLong, TMJ4-TV (January 4, 2008)
- Grand Jury to Continue Investigation into Pa. Casino Owner, by Michael Rubinkam, Associated Press in Patriot-News (January 3, 2008)
- Brothers Allegedly Molested by Priest File Fraud Lawsuit, by Travell Eiland, KLAS-TV (January 4, 2008)
- Sex Abuse Victims' Group Calls for Priest's Records in Las Vegas, Associated Press on Wkbt (January 3, 2008)
- Seeking Victims of Priest Abuse in Las Vegas, on KVBC-TV - NEWS 3 (January 4, 2008)
- Brothers File Lawsuit against Green Bay Diocese: Brothers Claim Church Covered up Father Feeney Abuse, by Mike Conroy, NBC 26 - WGBA-TV (January 4, 2008)
- Jesuits Settle Indian Sex Abuse Suit, by John K. Wiley, Associated Press (January 4, 2008)
- Jesuits Agree to Settlement in Abuse Case, by Janet I. Tu, Seattle Times (January 4, 2008)
- Lanner to Be Released from Jail Next Week: Former Ncsy Leader Will Have Served Three Years of Seven-Year Sentence for Sexually Assaulting Two Teenage Girls, by Gary Rosenblatt, Jewish Week News (January 2, 2008)
- Jailed Priest's Prosecutors Defend Their Case, by Matt C. Abbott, Renew America (January 4, 2008)
- Sica's Arrest Ups the Stakes for Louis Denaples, by David Falchek, Citizens Voice (January 4, 2008)
- Church Delays Closing Parishes, on CBC News (January 4, 2008)
- Jesuits Settle Omak Abuse Cases, by John Stucke, Spokesman-Review (January 4, 2008)
- Diocese Urges Catholics Not to Attend Fushek Services, by Jim Walsh, Arizona Republic (January 4, 2008)
- Many Clients of Astor Lawyer Left Him Bequests in Their Wills, by Serge F. Kovaleski and Colin Moynihan, New York Times (January 4, 2008)
- Hands on: The Curriculum Includes More Clinical Opportunities Than Hls Has Ever Offered, by Emily Newburger, Harvard Law Bulletin (January 4, 2008)
January 5
- Brace Yourself for Final Chapter in Our Shameful Saga of Abuse, in Irish Independent (January 5, 2008)
- Healing Native Wounds, by Andrew Hanon, Edmonton Sun (January 5, 2008)
- Keeping a Confidence a Quality Worth Embracing, by Ken Walker, Church Central (January 3, 2008)
- Church Employee Accused of Having Sex with Girl, by Seema Mathur, KEYE - CBS 42 (January 5, 2008)
- Diocese Touts Performance on Abuse Audit, by Jane Gargas, Yakima Herald-Republican (January 5, 2008)
- Coach Charged with 'Touching', by Nathaniel Zimmer, Southtown Star (January 5, 2008)
- Catholic Diocese Responds to Accusations in Lawsuit, by Chris Duffy, WBAY - ABC2 (January 4, 2008)
- Green Bay Diocese Calls Sex Abuse Claim 'Preposterous': Civil Suit Alleges Church Failed to Protect Boys, by Corinthia McCoy, Appleton Post (January 5, 2008)
- Green Bay Diocese Calls Claims 'Utterly Preposterous', Associated Press, carried in Winona Daily News (January 5, 2008)
- Live from Boston, 6th Anniversary of Globe Breakthrough Stories, Reports from Vigil throughout the Day at City of Angels Blog Tomorrow, by Kay Ebeling, City of Angels (January 5, 2008)
- IL Vaticano: Preghiera Mondiale Per Le Vittime Dei Preti Pedofili, in La Repubblica (January 5, 2008)
- Vatican Eyes Prayer Groups for Sex Abuse Victims, in Reuters (January 5, 2008)
- «Preghiera Per Le Vittime Dei Preti Pedofili»: IL Vaticano: «Aprire Cenacoli Eucaristici Nel Mondo Suscitando Un Movimento Spirituale Per Tutti I Sacerdoti», in Corriere della Sera (January 5, 2008)
January 6
- Cardinal: Pray for Sexual Abuse Victims: 9 Hours Ago, Associated Press (January 6, 2008)
- Oregon Man Alleging Abuse Sues Omaha Archdiocese, Associated Press in NTV - ABC (January 4, 2008)
- Second Oregon Man Alleges Omaha Diocese Ignored Abuse Reports, by Eric Olson, Beatrice Daily Sun (January 4, 2008)
- Report Pesky Tree Branches for Removal from Roadways, in Evansville Courier & Press (January 6, 2008)
- Pope Steps in: Phoenix Bishop Appointed As Temporary Head of Gallup Diocese, by Elizabeth Hardin-Burrola, Gallup Indepenent (January 4, 2008)
- New Book Published about Priests Who Served Dodge City Diocese, by Charlene Scott, Dodge City Daily Globe (January 5, 2008)
- Can the Church Learn to Listen?, by Raymond A. Schroth, NJ Voices on Nj.com (January 4, 2008)
- Hundreds Remain Loyal to Fushek, by Jim Walsh, Arizona Republic (January 6, 2008)
- Victims Tell of Brooklyn Priest Sex Abuse, by Alison Gendar, Daily News (January 6, 2008)
- No Need to Alter Sex-Abuse Laws, by Richard J. Bartlett, Times Union (December 30, 2007)
- Bill Would Give Victims More Time to Report Abuse, by Judy Wiff, River Falls Journal (January 4, 2008)
- Maryland Bishops Set Legislative Agenda, by George P. Matysek, Jr., Catholic News Service on Catholic Online (January 5, 2008)
- Court Tosses Appeal Try by Priest: He Is Serving Time for Possessing Child Porn; Said Sentence Too Harsh., by Chris Parker, Morning Call (January 6, 2008)
- Judge Says Diocese Isn't Protected by Time in Priest Case, Associated Press in Boston Globe (January 5, 2008)
- Church's Abuse Defense Takes Hit, by Kevin O'Connor, Rutland Herald (January 5, 2008)
- Judge: Statute of Limitations Doesn't Apply in Priest Abuse Case, by Bianca Slota, WCAX-TV (January 4, 2008)
- Boston Vigil: There Were Almost As Many Protesters As People Attending Mass, by Kay Ebeling, City of Angels (January 6, 2008)
- Moglie Lo Tradisce Con Sacerdote: A Ostuni, Marito LA Denuncia Ai Carabinieri, on ANSA (January 6, 2008)
- Boston Vigil, Part 2: " You Can't Honk for Justice", by Kay Ebeling, City of Angels (January 6, 2008)
January 7
- Medical Board's Action on 123 Sexual Exploitation Cases Seen As Not Enough: Managing Misconduct, by Tom Kisken, Ventura County Star (January 6, 2008)
- 'Pillars of the Community' Grooming Children on the Internet, by Jon Land, 24dash.com (January 7, 2008)
- Visiting Historical Brooks Cemetery Will Get Much Easier, by Capi Lynn, Statesman Journal (January 7, 2008)
- Critics Finally See Some Chinks in Spota's Armor, by Bart Jones, Newsday (January 7, 2008)
- Diocese to Weigh Fate of Churches, by Angela Carbone, Republican (January 7, 2008)
- A Third of Catholic Churches Shut down in Small Quebec City, by Tu Thanh Ha, Globe and Mail (January 7, 2008)
- The Schools Settlement: Ottawa Paying out $1.9 Billion to Aboriginal Former Students, by Alexandra Paul, Winnipeg Free Press (January 6, 2008)
- Ex-Priest's Theft Case All or Nothing As Plea Talks Break down: Accused of Embezzling $1 Million in Donations. Defense Seeks Dismissal., by Jay Richards, Morning Call (January 7, 2008)
- 600 Attend Former Priest's Services, by Dan Shearer, Arizona Republic (January 7, 2008)
- Pope Calls for Continuous Prayer to Rid Priesthood of Paedophilia, by Richard Owen, Times (January 7, 2008)
- Vatican Calls on the Faithful for Mass Apology for Sex Scandals, by John Hooper, Guardian (January 7, 2008)
- "Arrestate IL Prete Latin Lover" Marito Denuncia IL Parroco Per Molestie:ha Rubato LA Mia Serenità, by Marco Neirotti, La Stampa (January 7, 2008)
January 8
- Childhood Memories Haunt Woman, by Judy Wiff, River Falls Journal (January 4, 2008)
- Interest in the Priesthood Is on the Upswing, Says Baltimore Archdiocesan Vocations Director, by George P. Matysek Jr., Catholic Review on Catholic Online (January 7, 2008)
- Catholic Church under Pressure to Stop Sale of Paedophile's Book, by Henry McDonald, The Guardian (January 8, 2008)
- Faithful Await Fate: Priest Says Parishioners Deserve to Know about Church Merger Plans, by Amanda Christman, Standard-Speaker (January 8, 2008)
- Panel: Merge 6 Parishes, by Leslie Richardson, Republican and Herald (January 8, 2008)
- Catholics Flock to Service Led by Accused Priest, by Yelena Galibov, East Valley Tribune (January 6, 2008)
- Controversy Surrounds Suspended Priest's Services, by Kathryn Garcia, KNXV-TV - ABC15 (January 8, 2008)
- Former Ohio Woman Names Catholic Priest As Her Molester: Beth Rocker Was 10 and 11 Years-Old When She Was Allegedly Molested by Her Parish Priest, by D.K. Wright, WTRF - CBS7 (January 7, 2008)
- Criminal Complaint Filed against Priest, by Fred Connors, Intelligencer (January 8, 2008)
- Accusations Swirl around Priest: Brooklyn Clergyman, at Center of Molestation Probe, Investigated in Saratoga County, by Dan Higgins, Times Union (January 8, 2008)
- Police Seek Man Accused of Sexually Assaulting a Minor, by Bob Robuck, NEWS 8 (January 8, 2008)
- Compo for Church Sex Assault Victim, by Geesche Jacobsen, North Queensland Register (January 8, 2008)
- Cleveland Diocese Discourages Anonymous Reports of Sex Abuse, Associated Press (January 8, 2008)
- Diocese of Winona's Bishop Harrington to Retire, by Matt Russell, Post-Bulletin (Jan 7, 2008)
- Retiring Winona Diocese Bishop Weathers Trials of Position, by Matt Russell, Post-Bulletin (January 8, 2008)
- Past Bishops in the Diocese of Winona, in Post-Bulletin (January 7, 2008)
- Bishop Harrington Timeline, in Post-Bulletin (January 8, 2008)
- Worldwide Eucharistic Adoration Campaign for Priests and Sex Abuse Victims Started, in Catholic News Agency (January 8, 2008)
- Pope Asks for Prayers for Abusive Clergy, in United Press International (January 7, 2008)
- Vatican Official Proposes Plans for Reparation for Priestly Abuse, by John Thavis, Catholic News Service (January 7, 2008)
- Benedict XVI Calls Catholic Faithful to Adoration in Reparation for Clergy Sex Abuses, by John Connolly, Lifesite (January 7, 2008)
- Priest from Newbury Jailed for Sexually Abusing a String of Young Girls over a 25-Year Period, in Newbury Today (January 8, 2008)
- 'I Despise the Man': Accuser Faces down Priest in Courtroom, by Tina Peplinskie, Ottawa Sun (January 8, 2008)
- Priest Slept Nude with Boy, Court Hears, by Andrew Seymour, Ottawa Citizen (January 7, 2008)
- Suspended Priest Accused of Sex Abuse Defies Diocese and Leads Non-Denominational Prayer Services, by John Connolly, Lifesite (January 7, 2008)
- Victims Too Late in Allegations against Brooklyn Priest, by Ryan Thompson, Brooklyn Daily Eagle (January 7, 2008)
- Guernsey County Priest Formally Accused of Sex Abuse, by Renee Cardelli & Chandi Lowry, WTOV - NBC9 (January 7, 2008)
- Ex-Priest Janssen's Contempt Hearing Delayed, by Ann McGlynn, Quad-City Times (January 8, 2008)
- Local Woman Speaks out about Abuse, by Kathryn Snodgrass, WHIZ-TV (January 7, 2008)
- Hearing for Teacher Accused of Sex Abuse Still Unscheduled, by Mark Vierthaler, Dodge City Daily Globe (January 8, 2008)
- VOTF and the Reform of the Governmental Structure of the Catholic Church, by Thomas Doyle, Voice from the Desert (January 8, 2008)
January 9
- Blatant Lies in Victim Assistance Coordinator's LA Times Opinion Piece. I Know, Because They Involve My Case., by Kay Ebeling, City of Angels (January 8, 2008)
- Huge Test of Credibility for Churches in Secular World: Many Turn to the Clergy in Time of Crisis But, As Religion Correspondent Alf McCreary Reports, Our Churches Have a Few Issues of Their Own to Deal with, by Alf McCreary, Belfast Telegraph (January 9, 2008)
- Priest's Lawyer Questions Witness Memory, by Tina Peplinskie, Ottawa Sun (January 9, 2008)
- Priest to Plead Guilty in Sex Assault: Retired Cleric to Make Plea to Two of 13 Charges, Pembroke Court Hears, by Andrew Seymour, Ottawa Citizen (January 8, 2008)
- Some Things I'Ve Learned Along the Way, by Fr. Lou Guntzelman, Community Press & the Community Recorder (January 9, 2008)
- Bullitt Youth Pastor in Sex Abuse Case Sues Girl's Mother, by Daarel Burnette II, The Courier-Journal (January 8, 2008)
- Jury Finds Former Shelby County Youth Minister Guilty, in Macon Chronicle-Herald (January 8, 2008)
- More Charges of Sex Abuse Filed against Local Pastor, on WCSC-TV - LIVE5 (January 8, 2008)
- Group Urges DA to Take Action against Deviant Priests, by Andy Nelesen, Green Bay Press-Gazette (January 8, 2008)
- SNAP Asks D.A. To Verify Reports on Abusive Clergy, by Emily Matesic, WBAY - ABC2 (January 9, 2008)
- Local Man Suing Green Bay Diocese, by Lisa Curtis, Ozaukee News Graphic (January 8, 2008)
- Diocese Discourages Catholics from Attending Services by Priest Who " Resigned", in Catholic News Agency (January 9, 2008)
- Priest Sex Abuse Trial, by Brian Joyce, WCAX-TV (January 8, 2008)
- Priest under Investigation Has Local Ties, by Thomas Dimopoulos, The Post-Star (January 9, 2008)
- Diocese Settles Four Sex Abuse Lawsuits for $200,000, by Mark Morey, Yakima Herald-Republic (January 9, 2008)
- Father Gary Underwood Update, by Stephanie Innes, Arizona Daily Star (January 8, 2008)
- Ex-Priest Doesn't Produce Bonds, Gets Jail Time, by Brian Krans, The Leader (January 9, 2008)
- Defrocked Priest Sentenced to 180 Days in Jail, by Ann McGlynn, The Quad-City Times (January 9, 2008)
- Judge Tells Ex-Priest's Sister to Hand over Assets, by Ann McGlynn, The Quad-City Times (DAJanuary 9, 2008)
- The Year in Review, on BishopAccountability.org (January 8, 2008)
- Ten Common Myths about the Sexual Abuse of Minors and Vulnerable Adults by Clerics, by Patrick J. Wall, Clergy Abuse and the Catholic Church (January 8, 2008)
- Guest Post: Rabbi Baruch Lanner – an Eyewitness Account of Manipulation, Violence and Abuse in the Name of Kiruv, in FailedMessiah (January 9, 2008)
- Ruling in James Wells V. Dorothy Janssen, by Judge Mary E. Howes, Iowa District Court for Scott County (January 8, 2008)
- Order in James N. Wells V. James Janssen, by Judge Bobbi M. Alpers, Iowa District Court for Scott County (January 9, 2008)
- Letter to Pope Benedict XVI , in Survivors Network of Those Abused by Priests (January 9, 2008)
- Dear Holy Father, by Susan Hogan, Divinity and Beyond in Chicago Sun-Times (January 9, 2008)
- Editor Mary Matalin Stands by Her Disgraced Potomac Man, by Dermot McEvoy, Publishers Weekly (January 9, 2008)
January 10
- John Allen's Top 10 Neglected Stories of 2007, by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf, What Does Prayer Really Say? (January 8, 2008)
- Compo for Church Sex Assault Victim, by Geesche Jacobsen, Wollondilly Advertiser (January 8, 2008)
- Crown, Defence Wrap up Submissions in Priest Sex Case, in Ottawa Citizen (January 9, 2008)
- Trial Wraps up against Priest, by Marie Zettler, Ottawa Sun (January 9, 2008)
- Perry Dunlop Going to Jail? I Will Be Happy to Serve This Sentence... by Kay Goodnow, Orleans Star (January 10, 2008)
- Ex-Cop Who Alleged Cornwall Pedophile Ring Refuses to Testify at Inquiry, in Canadian Press on Google News (January 10, 2008)
- Public Inquiries and the Protection of Children, in Orleans Star (January 9, 2008)
- Church out of Cash to Pay Abuse Victims: Lawyer, on CBC News (January 10, 2008)
- Not Guilty of Exploiting Teen: Judge Rules 17-Year-Old Girl Made up Accounts of Sexual Abuse, by Dianne Wood, The Record (January 10, 2008)
- Church Gives Sex Offender a Role in Step toward the Priesthood: Russian Orthodox: Criticism Unwarranted in View of Crime's Circumstances, Chancellor Says., by Beth Bragg, Anchorage Daily News (January 10, 2008)
- Ex-Church Worker Convicted of 28 Sex Charges: Man, 34, Faces Possible 500-Year Prison Term, on KPHO-TV - NEWS5 (January 9, 2008)
- Church Youth Worker Found Guilty in Sexual Abuse Case, in KTAR (January 9, 2008)
- Sexual Molestation Trial Begins for Valley Pastor, by Derrol Nail and Charlene Lee, KMPH FOX26 (January 10, 2008)
- Fresno Pastor on Trial in Abuse after Girls Recant: Two Girls Said They First Told of Sexual Abuse Because They Tired of Pastor's Rules, by Chris Collins, Fresno Bee (January 9, 2008)
- '07 Fund Drive Nets Archdiocese $14.5m, in Boston Herald (January 10, 2008)
- Former Priest Reports to Jail Just before Deadline, by Ann McGlynn, Quad-City Times (January 10, 2008)
- Former Priest Reports to Jail to Serve Contempt Sentence, by Brian Krans, The Leader (January 9, 2008)
- SNAP to Meet with D.a., Plans Next Step, by Emily Matesic, WBAY - ABC2 (January 10, 2008)
- A Mother's Reason for Joining SNAP, by Emily Matesic, WBAY - ABC2 (January 10, 2008)
- SNAP Wants More Information on Accused Priests, Associated Press (January 9, 2008)
- The Questions That Each Presidential Candidate Should Be Asked Regarding His or Her Views on the Constitutional Line between Church and State, by Marci Hamilton, Findlaw (January 10, 2008)
- 11 Sue St. Francis over Molestations, by Daniel P. Jones, Hartford Courant (January 10, 2008)
- The Powerful Medicine of Michael Haney , by Tim Giago, Native American Times (January 9, 2008)
- Yakima Diocese Pays $200,000 to Settle Abuse Lawsuits by Women, Associated Press (January 10, 2008)
- Woman Speaks to Kndo about Alleged Clergy Sex Abuse, on KNDO (January 10, 2008)
- Dunlop May Be Hit with 'Severe Penalty', by Elisabeth Johns, Standard-Freeholder (January 10, 2008)
- Case of Rabbi Baruch Lanner: National Conference of Synagogue Youth (NCSY), in Awareness Center (January 10, 2008)
January 11
- Pastor Who Gave Naked Healing Baths Guilty of Sexually Assaulting Woman: Man, 59, Who Charged $150 for Black Magic Baths Fathered Child with Young Woman He Had Treated, by Peter Small, Toronto Star (January 11, 2008)
- Ex-Vicar Accused of Sexually Abusing Three Boys, in Northampton Chronicle and Echo (January 11, 2008)
- Molester Allowed to Become Orthodox Reader, in United Press International (January 10, 2008)
- Diocese on Track with Compensation for Victims of Sexual Abuse, in Roman Catholic Episcopal Corporation of St. George's in CNW Group (January 11, 2008)
- Churches Urged to 'Be on the Record' about Their Role in Residential Schools, by Marites N. Sison, Anglican Journal (January 11, 2008)
- First Day of Charles Dickerson's Trial: Pastor Charles Dickerson Is Facing Seven Counts of Sexual Abuse, on KFSN - ABC30 (January 08, 2008)
- Man Testifies Fresno Pastor Abused Him: Preacher Is on Trial in Sex Crimes against Two Girls, by Chris Collins, Fresno Bee (January 10, 2008)
- Southwestern President Responds to Victims' Rights Group Criticism, by Tammi Reed Ledbetter, Southern Baptist Texan in Floridan Baptist Witness (January 10, 2008)
- Group Wants Seminary Leader Suspended, by Terry Goodrich, Star-Telegram (January 10, 2008)
- Group Claims N. Texas Pastor Overlooked Abuse, by Jim Douglas, WFAA-TV (January 10, 2008)
- Butler Co. Pastor Sentenced for Alleged Sex Abuse, by Neil Relyea, WCPO - ABC9 (January 11, 2008)
- Fmr. Teacher Faces 295 Sex Crime Counts, on WPVI - ABC6 (January 11, 2008)
- Ask Dr. Helen: Should Men Be Kicked out of the Church Nursery?, by Helen Smith, Pajamas Media (January 11, 2008)
- San Fernando Region News, in The Tidings (January 11, 2008)
- Pastoral Challenges for the New Year, by Fr. Richard McBrien, The Tidings (January 11, 2008)
- Letter to Trustees of Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, in SNAP (January 8, 2008)
- Southwestern News Release, in Texan (January 9, 2008)
- Victory for Equity: Senate Leader Calls US to the Mountain Top, by Clint Talbott, Daily Camera (January 11, 2008)
- Priest's Victims Wait for Payment, in Star Phoenix (January 11, 2008)
- Judge Gives Man Go-Ahead in Suit against Dioceses, by Pat Pheifer, Star Tribune (January 10, 2008)
- Accused Priest Shielded No More: Alleged Victim Can Seek Damages, by Julian Emerson, Leader-Telegram (January 11, 2008)
January 12
- Letter from Bishop Aloysius J. Wycislo to Rev. John P. Feeney, in Diocese of Green Bay Files Released by SNAP (January 12, 2008)
- SNAP Releases Letter from Bishop to Abusive Priest, by Sarah Thomsen, WBAY-TV - ABC2 (January 11, 2008)
- Priest Gets 5 Years Probation: Registration As Sex Offender Required, by Peter Smith, The Courier-Journal (January 12, 2008)
- Juan Arzube, 89; Bishop Was Lauded As an Activist but Tainted by Accusation, by Mary Rourke, Los Angeles Times (January 12, 2008)
- Ex-Officer Expects to Be Arrested, in Vancouver Sun (January 12, 2008)
- St. Andrew's Sold to Local Church: Bethel AME Won't Make Changes, by John Ruch, Jamaica Plain Gazette (January 11, 2008)
- Mitt and His Faith: Remembering When Candidate Romney Was Bishop Romney, by Peggy Fletcher Stack, Salt Lake Tribune (January 12, 2008)
- Auntie's Awakening: She Overcame Heartbreak and Made a Whole Lot of Dough in Pretzels. Now Anne Beiler Serves Life Lessons to Others in Pennsylvania's Amish Country, by Tamara Jones, Washington Post (January 2, 2008)
- Gilyard, Once Darling of Sbc Elites, Again Forced to Resign over Sex, by Greg Warner, Associated Baptist Press (January 11, 2008)
- Man Seeking Punitive Damages against Former Diocese of Winona Priest Accused of Sexual Abuse, by Kevin Behr, Winona Daily News (January 12, 2008)
- Judge Says Alleged Priest-Abuse Victim Can Seek Punitive Damage, in Post-Bulletin (January 12, 2008)
- Supreme Court Denies Former Priest Janssen's Motion, by Ann McGlynn, Quad-City Times (January 12, 2008)
- Former Priest's Plea Deal Allows Him to Avoid More Prison Time, by Elizabeth Donatelli, WAVE-TV - NBC3 (January 11, 2008)
- Spectre of Evil Haunted Her to the End, by Kim Wilson, Herald Sun (January 13, 2008)
- Minn. Man Wins Permission to Sue Archdiocese for Abuse Damages, in Dickenson Press (January 12, 2008)
- Campaign Launched against Pedophiles, by Kim Wilson, Herald Sun (January 13, 2008)
- Abuse Survivors Seek Law's Removal from Vatican Congregations, by Carol Zimmermann, National Catholic Reporter (January 10, 2008)
January 13
- Editorial: Honour Emma's Parents, in Herald Sun (January 13, 2008)
- Church Closings More Than a Numbers Game, by John E. Usalis, Republican & Herald (January 13, 2008)
- Guest Column: Diocese Should Release Names of Priests, by Peter Isely, Green Bay Press-Gazette (January 13, 2008)
- Roman Catholic Diocese of Tucson in New Book about Sexual Abuse, by Stephanie Innes, Arizona Daily Star (January 11, 2008)
- Priest under Investigation for Possible " Inappropriate Behavior" at Saratoga Camp, by Thomas Dimopoulos, Post-Star (January 9, 2008)
- Church Rejects Group's Criticism of Diocese Audits, by Mark Guydish, Times Leader (January 13, 2008)
- Judge: Open Altar Boy Murder File, by Stephanie Barry and Buffy Spencer, Republican (January 12, 2008)
- Bishop Juan Arzube Dies at 89, in Tidings (January 11, 2008)
- Archdiocese Ousts Priest Accused of Sex Abuse, by Betty A. Luman, Houston Chronicle (January 14, 2008)
January 14
- Group Says DA Should Rip Giuliani; Letter: Rudy 'Hurtful' to Molest Victims, by Brian Harmon, New York Daily News (January 14, 2008)
- Ireland 'Left Out' in Atonement Drive for Sins of the Fathers, by John Cooney, Irish Independent (January 14, 2008)
- Local Priest Removed from Ministry after Sex Abuse Allegations, Associated Press on KHOU-TV (January 14, 2008)
- Natives Want Children's Remains Returned: Protesters Claim As Many As 50,000 Died over a Century: Protesters Claim As Many As 50,000 Died over a Century, by Lora Grindlay, Vancouver Province (January 14, 2008)
- Amid Sadness, Sound Strategy, in Whispers in the Loggia (January 14, 2008)
- Group Turns up Heat on Catholic Church, in CKNW - AM980 (January 13, 2008)
- Residential School Protesters Gather in Vancouver, on CTV British Columbia (January 13, 2008)
- Guest Column: Diocese Acted to Protect Children, by Timothy G. Reilly, Green Bay Press-Gazette (January 13, 2008)
- Victim's Family to Address Findings, by Brian R. Ballou, Boston Globe (January 14, 2008)
- Chapel at Xavier May Yet Bear McGinn's Name, by Rasha Aly, Desert Sun (January 14, 2008)
- How He Got Here: Pledging Allegiance, by Michael Leahy, Washington Post (December 16, 2007)
- Cops Check Priest-Abuse Claims, by Alison Gendar, Daily News (January 11, 2008)
- Letter Sent to Parishioners about Sexual Abuse Allegations, on KPRC-TV (January 15, 2008)
- Don't Sue Us, Says the Church, We'll Pay for Your Therapy. Then Only Pedophile Data They Count Is from Lawsuits, by Kay Ebeling, City of Angels (January 14, 2008)
- Court Rules Alleged U.S. Pedophile Mondrowitz Must Stay in Custody, in Haaretz (January 14, 2008)
- Your Tax Dollars May Be Supporting Abusers: the Problem of Government Support of Catholic Charities, by Patrick J. Wall, patrickjwall.wordpress.com (January 14, 2008)
- News in Brief, in Haaretz (January 14, 2008)
January 15
- 'Deep Breach of Trust': Sentence Sets Stage for Massive Lawsuits against Church. Former Pembroke Priest and Vatican Insider Gets Four Years for Sexually Abusing Boys, by Andrew Seymour, Ottawa Citizen (January 15, 2008)
- Priest Guilty in Attacks: Sexually Molested 13 Young Boys, by Tina Peplinski, Ottawa Sun (January 15, 2008)
- Retired Vatican Official Sentenced to 4 Years for Sexually Assaulting Boys, on CBC News (January 14, 2008)
- Thou Shalt Not Collect: Lawyer Disappointed with Bishop's Stance in Sexual Abuse Compensation, by Michelle Stewart, The Aurora (January 14, 2008)
- Retired Norwich Bishop Dies of Cancer at 80, Associated Press (January 14, 2008)
- Judge Tosses $1.75 Million Judgment for Priest's Daughter, Associated Press (January 15, 2008)
- Church Officials Sat on Abuse Allegations, by Kevin Quinn, KTRK (January 14, 2008)
- Slain Altar Boy's Father Given Hope, Associated Press (January 15, 2008)
- Arizona Supreme Court Weighing Priest's Misdemeanor Trial Case, in Catholic News Service (January 15, 2008)
- Abano. Sante E Milingo in TV, in IL Gazzettino (January 15, 2008)
- Milingo Incontra Don Sante E Annuncia:«Anch'io Avrò Un Figlio Come Te», in IL Messaggero (January 15, 2008)
- Panel Discussion after 'Narrow Bridge' Film - Baltimore, Md, in Awareness Center (January 15, 2008)
- 'Absolute Power': Decades of Abuse by Roman Catholic Priests and Volunteers Still Taint Eskimo Villagers in Rural Alaska, by Tony Hopfinger, Newsweek (January 14, 2008)
January 16
- Thousand Points of Light Pastor Charged with Perjury, by Sarah Posner, American Prospect (January 15, 2008)
- Tucson Youth Pastor Accused of Sex Crimes, by Mark Stine, KOLD-NEWS13 (January 16, 2008)
- Ex-Deacon Guilty in Sex Assault of Girl, 6: Odem Man, 65, Apologizes to Family, Faces up to Life in Prison in Sentencing Today, by Mary Ann Cavazos, Caller-Times (January 16, 2008)
- Fresno Pastor Testifies, Denies Sex Assault: Charles Dickerson Takes the Stand in His Own Defense, by Chris Collins, Fresno Bee (January 15, 2008)
- Archbishop Wants St. Stan Priest Defrocked, by Tim Townsend, St. Louis Post-Dispatch (January 15, 2008)
- Tougher Abuse Penalties Sought: People Who Do Not Report It Targeted, Too, by Peter Smith, The Courier-Journal (January 16, 2008)
- Bill Would Lift Limits on Child Abuse Suits, by Katie Kerwin McCrimmon, Rocky Mountain News (January 14, 2008)
- Daniel A. Hart, Ex-Norwich Bishop, Dies: 'Humble Priest' Who Led Diocese for Eight Years Was 80, by Izaskun E. Larraneta, The Day (January 16, 2008)
- Green Bay Catholic Diocese, Ex-Priest Named in New Lawsuit, by Emily Matesic, WBAY (January 16, 2008)
- Risky Living Arrangements, by Wayne Laugesen, National Catholic Register (January 16, 2008)
- Group Accuses Archdiocese of Acting Too Slow on Priest Sex Abuse Allegations, on KHOU (January 16, 2008)
- Superior Diocese Noted in New Book on Sex Scandals, in Duluth News Tribune (January 16, 2008)
- Shepherd of the Hills Church Receives 'Finest Bells in the World', by Brett Rowland, Find Du Lac Reporter (January 16, 2008)
- Sex Abuse Victims Want Inquiry, by Mark Dunn, Herald Sun (January 16, 2008)
- Slain Altar Boy's Father Given New Hope with Release of Records, Associated Press (January 15, 2008)
- Archbishop Suspends Clergyman, by Christopher Burbach, Omaha World-Herald (January 15, 2008)
- Attorneys File to Free Priest Charged with Nun's Murder: Petition Hints Deceased Cleric Had Role in Her Killing, by David Yonke, Toledo Blade (January 16, 2008)
- Statement from Ned McGrath, in Archdiocese of Detroit (January 15, 2008)
- Complaint in John Doe 119 V. Roman Catholic Bishop of Las Vegas, the Catholic Diocese of Green Bay, and Fr. James Patrick Feeney, in Clark County District Court (January 16, 2008)
- " Abbiamo Scelto Di Vivere..., in IL Gazzettino (January 16, 2008)
January 17
- Guzzo Wants to Put Former Premier on Stand: Former Judge, MPP Tells Project Truth Inquiry to Summon Mike Harris, by Elisabeth Johns, Ottawa Sun (January 16, 2008)
- Defrock Sex Abuser Priest, Angry Victims Demand: 'No Rational Reason Why He Shouldn't Be Fired': Lawyer, by Andrew Seymour, Ottawa Citizen (January 17, 2008)
- Private School Faces New $200-Million Lawsuit, by Michael Valpy, Globe and Mail (January 17, 2008)
- Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph Pays $45,000 Settlement, by Joe Lambe, Kansas City Star (January 16, 2008)
- A Boy's Death Revisited, by Kevin Cullen, Boston Globe (January 17, 2008)
- Recalling a Humble Priest: Bishop Hart Left an Impression on More Than Just Catholics in the Region., in Day (January 16, 2008)
- Parish Predators: Snap's David Clohessy Wants to Know What Took Cardinal Daniel Dinardo So Long in the Case of Rev. Stephen Horn, by Craig Malisow, Houston Press (January 15, 2008)
- Former Pastor Arrested on Charges He Sent Lewd Text Messages to 14-Year-Old Girl, by Bob Allen, Ethics Daily (January 16, 2008)
- Local Pastor Arrested; National Religious Leader Accused of Turning a Blind Eye, by Lindy Thackston, First Coast News (January 15, 2008)
- Church Deacon Charged Again with Child Sexual Abuse, by Agnes Jasinski, Gazette (January 17, 2008)
- Catholic Deacon in Silver Spring Faces More Charges of Abuse, Associated Press on Fox (January 16, 2008)
- Ex-Priest Who Abused Boys Is Living in Indiana, in Courier-Journal (January 17, 2008)
- Catholic Priest Returns to Ministry, Good Name Restored, on Huliq Media (January 17, 2008)
- 'Doubt' Opens Door for Dialogue Riverside Theatre to Stage Pulitzer Prize-Winning Play Jan. 25 to Feb. 17, by Diana Nollen, Gazette (January 17, 2008)
- Former Bishop Daniel A. Hart Dies at 80, by Hilda Munoz, Hartford Courant (January 14, 2008)
- Prosecutors Argue Ex-Clinton Pastor's Back Rubs Too Sexual, by Rocco LaDuca, Utica Observer-Dispatch (January 17, 2008)
- Bishops Are Branded 'Narcissistic Sociopaths': Abused Priest Dismisses Church Attitude to Victims, by Anita Guidera, Irish Independent (January 17, 2008)
- R-Rated Sacrilege, by Julia Duin, Washington Times (January 17, 2008)
- Group to Focus on Priest Abuse at K.c. Demonstration, in Springfield News-Leader (January 16, 2008)
- Guzzo under Fire at Inquiry, by Elisabeth Johns, Standard-Freeholder (January 16, 2008)
- Priest Abuse Lawsuit Rejected: Ohio High Court Rules Case Was Filed Too Late, by Dan Horn, Enquirer (January 17, 2008)
January 18
- Church Members Start Healing Process, by J.D. Wallace, Kold - News13 (January 17, 2008)
- Ex-Pastor: Touching Wasn't Sexual, by Rocco LaDuca, Utica Observer-Dispatch (January 18, 2008)
- Pastor: Principal Failed to Report Staff-Student Relationship: While at Mission Viejo Christian School, George Gay Knew of Suspicious Messages, School Officials Say., by Amanda Glowish, Orange County Register (January 16, 2008)
- If God Is Everywhere, Why Do So Few People Find Him? " Watch and Pray, That Ye Enter Not into Temptation." – Matthew 26:41 Kjv, by David Kupelian, World Net Daily (January 18, 2008)
- Guzzo Fuelled Innuendo: Lawyer; Admits Many Statements Were Exaggerated or 'Rhetorical', by Elisabeth Johns, Standard-Freeholder (January 18, 2008)
- Instinctive, Ill-Advised: Reinstating Work, Residency Rules on Sex Offenders Will Force Predators Underground, by Maureen Downey, Atlanta Journal-Constitution (January 18, 2008)
- Q&A: Sheehan Talks about His Decision to Enter the Priesthood, by Nicole Coleman, Journal-Register (January 17, 2008)
- Silence Hurts Bishop, Church, in Belleville News Democrat (January 18, 2008)
- Bishop Sets High Priority on Developing Relationships, by Susan Olp, Billings Gazette (January 17, 2008)
- Archdiocesan Catholic Center Purchased by Jamison Properties, in Tidings (January 18, 2008)
- Press Release: Detroit Cardinal Let Known Pedophile Priest Work Elsewhere, on SNAP (January 17, 2008)
- Group Works for Justice for Victims of Abuse, by Joe Rossiter, Detroit Free Press (January 18, 2008)
- Delaware: Priest Admits Molestation, According to Court Filing, by Randall Chase, Associated Press, carried in the Daily Times (January 17, 2008)
- Wisconsin: Bill Would Erase Sex Abuse Suit Deadlines, Associated Press (January 17, 2008)
- Judge Orders Diocese to Release All Data, by Mike Stanton, Providence Journal (January 18, 2008)
- Milingo: «in Italia I Preti Sposati Tremano Di Fronte Alla Parola Vaticano», in IL Messaggero (January 18, 2008)
- Rebel Priest Publishes Life Story, by David Willey, BBC News (January 18, 2008)
- Big Tab Still Rises at Shut Churches: 14 Contested Buildings Cost $880,000 a Year, by Michael Paulson, Boston Globe (January 18, 2008)
- Group Demands Braxton Respond to Charges He Misused Money for Poor: Snap, Laity Call for Accountability, by Daniel Kelley, Belleville News-Democrat (January 18, 2008)
- Ill. Bishop Faces Claims He Misspent Funds on Furniture, Garments, by Jim Suhr, Associated Press, carried in Belleville News-Democrat (January 17, 2008)
January 19
- Pope to Jesuits: Reaffirm " Total Adhesion to Catholic Doctrine" on " Sexual Morality", by John-Henry Westen, Lifesite (January 18, 2008)
- 'A Loving Way to Say Thank You': Hundreds Bid Farewell As Former Bishop Hart Laid to Rest in Norwich, by Izaskun E. Larrañeta, Day (January 19, 2008)
- Loss of News Talk Show Dismays Mexicans: Supporters of Journalist Carmen Aristegui Say the Cancellation of Her Radio Program Poses a Threat to the Country's Move toward Greater Democracy., by Reed Johnson, Los Angeles Times (January 19, 2008)
- Church Deals with Sex Arrest, by Carli Brosseau, Tucson Citizen (January 19, 2008)
- 62-Year-Old Lampasas Man Fined $5,000, Will Serve Time in Criminal Justice Institution, in Killeen Daily Herald (January 19, 2008)
- Another Sexual Assault Charge Laid against an 84-Year-Old Cornwall-Area Priest, by Andrew Seymour, Ottawa Citizen (January 18, 2008)
- Attorneys File to Vacate Priest's Murder Conviction, in North Country Gazette (January 18, 2008)
- Religion in the News, by Joe Milicia, Associated Press (January 18, 2008)
- Judge Orders More Information from Diocese, Associated Press, carried on WJAR - NBC10 (January 18, 2008)
- Sex Offendor Takes Step toward Priesthood: The Russian Orthodox Church in Alaska Has Installed the Man As a Lay Reader of the Liturgy., by Beth Bragg, Wichita Eagle (January 19, 2008)
- Bishop Draws Names for Mass with Pope Benedict, on Capital News 9 (January 19, 2008)
- Pastors Hold Limited Tickets to Papal Mass at Yankee Stadium, by Corky Siemaszko, Daily News (January 19, 2008)
- As Bishop Announces Closures, Catholic High Schools Plan to Expand, by Erica Bryant, Rochester Democrat and Chronicle (January 19, 2008)
- Diocesan Drive Surpasses Goal, by Beatrice O'Quinn, Republican (January 19, 2008)
- Diocese Asks Public to Report on Priest Now under Investigation, on KETV (January 18, 2008)
- Archdiocese Warns of Sex Claim against Priest, in Akron Beacon Journal (January 18, 2008)
- Navy Doctor Settles Abuse Suit with Diocese, by Randall Chase, Associated Press, carried in Navy Times (January 18, 2008)
- Diocese Expresses Sorrow for Abuse: Diocese of Wilmington Settles Case for $450,000, by Beth Miller, News Journal (January 19, 2008)
- Pastor Innocent on All Counts: Jurors Find Charles Dickerson Not Guilty on Three Charges Each of Rape and Molestation., by Chris Collins, Fresno Bee (January 18, 2008)
- Don't Expand Inquiry's Mandate, Judge Told: Appeal Court Rebukes Commissioner for Broadening His Mission 'Beyond All Proportions', by Kirk Makin, Globe and Mail (January 19, 2008)
- «Battezzerò Rocco a Pasqua»: E'Il Desiderio Del Prete Sospeso. IL Vescovo Scomunicato: Lui Non Ha Sbagliato Nulla, by Riccardo Bastianello, IL Gazzettino (January 19, 2008)
- "Who Touched Me: Healing Form Sexual Brokenness", by Peter Isely, Voice from the Desert (January 19, 2008)
January 20
- Former Siouxland Priest Accused of Sex Abuse, on KCAU-TV - ABC9 (January 20, 2008)
- Audit Results Not in a Year after Scandal Broke at Greenwich Church, by Hoa Nguyen, Stamford Advocate (January 20, 2008)
- Church Officials Investigate Sex Abuse Allegations, on Capitol News 9 (January 19, 2008)
- Key Witness Boycotts Cornwall Sex Abuse Inquiry, by Terry Pedwell, Canadian Press in the Toronto Star (January 14, 2008)
- Unholy Orders: Murder, Corruption - the Story of the Radio Station Run by a Catholic Priest in Costa Rica, by Bryan Kay, New Statesman (January 10, 2008)
- «La Chiesa Umiliata Da Don Sante»: «Mi Ha Mentito Più Volte, Mi Ha Ingannato, Ma Nonostante Tutto Continua a Farmi Pena», in IL Gazzettino (January 20, 2008)
- While Predators Are Safe, Innocent Are at Mercy of Politicians: Where Children Are Concerned, Their Welfare Must Always Take Precedence, by Emer Kelly, Irish Independent (January 20, 2008)
- 1980s Sex Allegation against Priest Will Be Investigated, Associated Press(January 20, 2008)
- Confusion Blamed for Wrong Report on O'Hara Church Theft, in Pittsburgh Tribune-Review (January 17, 2008)
- Religious Paid Father to Allow Abuse, Irish Man Charges, in Catholic World News (January 18, 2008)
- Milingo Launches Book, Presses Anti-Celibacy Crusade, in Catholic World News (January 18, 2008)
- Priest on Leave during Inquiry: Allegations Are Made of Sexual Misconduct, by Irene Jay Liu, Albany Times Union (January 20, 2008)
- Parishioners "Saddened" by News of Priest Allegations, on WTEN-TV, Channel 10 (January 20, 2008)
January 21
- S.N.A.P. Responds to Sex Abuse Allegation in Albany Diocese, on Capital News 9 (January 20, 2008)
- Audit Shows Slight Surplus for Diocese: Bishop Concerned about Parishes' Debts, by Bronislaus B. Kush, Telegram & Gazette (January 21, 2008)
- Accusations Leave Troy Congregation in Shock: Allegations of Sexual Misconduct, Discussed in Church, Have Parishioners at Sacred Heart at a Loss, by Scott Waldman, Albany Times-Union (January 21, 2008)
- A Triumphant Return for Pastor Charles Dickerson, by John-Thomas Kobos, KFSN-TV, ABC30 (January 20, 2008)
- Church Got Site at Steep Bargain: $14 Million Space Sold for under $100, by Michael Paulson, Boston Globe (January 21, 2008)
- Don Sante, Messa Con Milingo: La Celebrazione, Proibita Dal Vescovo, Potrebbe Aprire LA Strada Alla Scomunica, in IL Gazzettino (January 21, 2008)
- Church Admits " Complicity" in Sex Abuse Case, in Swissinfo (January 21, 2008)
- Accused Priest Had Worked in Nebraska, by Christopher Burbach, Omaha World-Herald (January 19, 2008)
- Italians Throng Vatican to Support Silenced Pope, Reuters (January 20, 2008)
January 22
- Episcopal Bishop Tested in First Year, by Daniel Burke, Religion News Service in USA Today (January 21, 2008)
- Bishop Daniel A. Hart; Pastor at Heart Led Conn. Diocese, by Bryan Marquard, Boston Globe (January 22, 2008)
- Funeral Held for Former Norwich Bishop Daniel Hart, Associated Press (January 18, 2008)
- Another Sexual Assault Charge Laid against an 84-Year-Old Cornwall-Area Priest, by Andrew Seymour, Ottawa Citizen (January 18, 2008)
- Orleans Woman Named in Abuse Lawsuit against Canadian School, by Susan Milton, Cape Cod Times (January 22, 2008)
- Without a Prayer: Diocese Non-Payment Delivers Added Blow to Victim, by Michelle Stewart, The Aurora (January 21, 2008)
- New Beginnings Heals Abused Victims, by Marketa Stastna, Molokai Times (January 22, 2008)
- Swiss Catholic Church in 'Paedophile' Admission, in Euronews (January 22, 2008)
- Mexican Clergymen, Experts Debate Punishments for Priests Who Sexually Abuse Children, Associated Press (January 21, 2008)
- " Non-Essential Real Estate" LA Archdiocesan Catholic Center Sold for $31 Million to Help Cover Costs of Clergy Sexual Abuse Settlement, in California Catholic Daily (January 22, 2008)
- Mondrowitz Extradition Process, in Failed Messiah (January 21, 2008)
- Mondrowitz: the Law and the Process, in Failed Messiah (January 14, 2008)
- More Time Would Be Useful for Abuse Compensation: Bishop, on CBC News (January 22, 2008)
- After the Fall: Law Finds Normality in an Unremarkable Role in Rome, by John L. Allen Jr., National Catholic Reporter (January 25, 2008)
- Local Priest Helps Catholics through Ordeal, by Natalie Musseau, Gulf News (January 22, 2008)
- Rant and Rave: Shades of Grey, by Natalie Musseau, Gulf News (January 22, 2008)
- In Boston, Signs of Gradual Recovery Emerge, in National Catholic Reporter (January 25, 2008)
- Dialogues Aim to Foster Healing Within Church, by Eileen Markey, National Catholic Reporter (January 25, 2008)
- Archdiocesan Catholic Center Purchased by Jamison Properties, in The Tidings (January 18, 2008)
- St. Mary Major Is the Right Place for Penance, in National Catholic Reporter (January 25, 2008)
January 23
- Activists Want Norbertine Priest to Face Sex Abuse Charges, by Patti Zarling, Green Bay Press-Gazette (January 22, 2008)
- SNAP and St. Norbert Abby, on WLUK-TV - FOX11 (January 22, 2008)
- SNAP Asks D.A. For Criminal Investigation of Priest, on WBAY-TV - ABC2 (January 23, 2008)
- Lawsuit Alleges Sex Abuse 50 Years Ago, by Jeremy Pawloski, The Olympian (January 22, 2008)
- Seattle Man Files Abuse Complaint against Catholic Archdiocese, by John Iwasaki, Seattle Post-Intelligencer (January 23, 2008)
- Life Teen Founder Begins Independent Praise Center, by Patricia Zapor, Catholic News Center in National Catholic Reporter (January 25, 2008)
- Is Bishop Earl Paulk a Christian Sexual Predator?, by Delores Williams, Gather (January 22, 2008)
- Inquiry Tough on Van Diepen, by Elisabeth Johns, Standard-Freeholder (January 22, 2008)
- Magnolia Chapel Demolished, by Kristen Grieco, Gloucester Daily Times (January 23, 2008)
- LA Archdiocese Offices Sold for $31m, Associated Press (January 23, 2008)
- Appeal Court Decision Having Wide-Ranging Impact on Cornwall Inquiry, by Elisabeth Johns, Ottawa Sun (January 22, 2008)
- Ex-Pastor Found Guilty of Abusing Girl, by Rocco LaDuca, Utica Observer-Dispatch (January 23, 2008)
- Bishop Apologizes for Spending Restricted Funds; $18,000 to Be Repaid: 'Benefactor' Will Pay It, Braxton Says, by George Pawlaczyk, Belleville News-Democrat (January 23, 2008)
- Statement by Bishop Edward K. Braxton, in Diocese of Belleville (January 23, 2008)
- Braxton: Funds Restored; Rift Remains, by Tim Townsend, St. Louis Post-Dispatch (January 23, 2008)
- Letter to the Editor: Parish Vigils Nothing If Not Vibrant, by Susan Lynch, Boston Globe (January 23, 2008)
- So Cal Children in Danger Thanks to Early Release of Pedophile Priest Carlos Rodriguez from Norco Prison Last Sunday, by Kay Ebeling, City of Angels (January 22, 2008)
- Bishop Apologizes for Spending from Restricted Funds, Associated Press (January 22, 2008)
- Big Tab Still Rises at Shut Churches: 14 Contested Buildings Cost $880,000 a Year, in Boston Globe (January 18, 2008)
- Priests Say Braxton Used Vatican Money for Vestments, by Tim Townsend, St. Louis Post-Dispatch (January 23, 2008)
- Bishop Ready to Move on Education Plan: School Mergers, Closings Urged, by Daniel Kelley, bnd.com (January 20, 2008)
- More Charges, More Questions... More Ink, in Whispers in the Loggia (January 15, 2008)
- From Belleville: I'M Sorry, in Whispers in the Loggia (January 22, 2008)
- Belleville Priest Calls on Bishop to Discuss Alleged Misuse of Funds, Associated Press (January 23, 2008)
January 24
- Ex-Priest Charged in Sex-Abuse Suit Set for Release Next Month, by Erin Sauder, Geneva Republican (January 23, 2008)
- Fears Anew in an Area Rife with Sex Offenders, by Corey Kilgannon, New York Times (January 24, 2008)
- Siblings File Abuse Lawsuit against Catholic Order: The Three Say They Were Repeatedly Molested during the 1960s by a Priest and That the Salesian Society Did Nothing about It, by John Spano, Los Angeles Times (January 24, 2008)
- State Releases Report on Sexual Abuse Cases, on KTRV - FOX12 (January 24, 2008)
- Lampasas Priest Sentenced to Prison Time for Sexual Assault, on KCEN-TV - NBC6 (January 23, 2008)
- Priest Denied Appeal on Sex Grooming Charge, on RTE News (January 23, 2008)
- Sylvestre's Death Natural, by Ian Elliot, London Free Press (January 24, 2008)
- The Good Father, by Hana Gartner, CBC News (February 28, 2007)
- Sexually Abusive Priest's Prison Death Natural: Inquest, on CBC News (January 23, 2008)
- Former Gatesville Episcopal Vicar Sentenced in Sexual Assault of Boy, by Erin Quinn, Waco Tribune-Herald (January 24, 2008)
- Group Seeks St. Norbert Abbey's Help: Letter Calls for Priest's Surrender, by Patti Zarling, Green Bay Press-Gazette (January 24, 2008)
- The Cardinal, His Men and the McCormack Legacy, by Susan Hogan, Divinity and Beyond in Chicago Sun-Times (January 24, 2008)
- Archdeacon to Archbishop: Zip It !!!, by Tom Archdeacon, Dayton Daily News (January 23, 2008)
- Church Allowed Female Priests in First Millennia, by Jennifer Green, Voice from the Desert (January 21, 2008)
- Spanish Bishop Denies Equating Homosexuality with Child Molestation, in Earth Times (January 23, 2008)
- From the Pulpit to Prison, on WWMT - CBS3 (January 24, 2008)
- Southwestern President Responds to Victims' Rights Group Criticism: Patterson Says He Told Gilyard to Cease Pursuing Career in the Ministry, by Tammi Reed Ledbetter, Southern Baptist Texan in Florida Baptist Witness (January 24, 2008)
- Child Sex Abuse Lawsuit against Priest Can Go Forward, Associated Press (January 24, 2008)
- She Founded Resource for Sex Abuse Victims, by Bryna Zumer, Owings Mills Times (January 24, 2008)
- Recent Messages: Use Your Voice, by Kristine Ward, Kristine Ward Blog (January 24, 2008)
January 25
- Tennessee Priest to Be Bishop in Missouri, in Zenit (January 24, 2008)
- New Bishop Named for Mo. Diocese, by Tim Townsend, St. Louis Post-Dispatch (January 24, 2008)
- Bishop John Leibrecht: a Life of Devotion, by Linda Leicht, Springfield News-Leader (January 24, 2008)
- Springfield Has New Bishop: Johnston Is Diocese's Vatican-Named Replacement, by Linda Leicht, Springfield News-Leader (January 25, 2008)
- Priest to Serve As Bishop in Missouri: Johnston 2nd in Local Diocese Named to High Office Recently, by Ina Hughs, Knoxville News Sentinel (January 25, 2008)
- Sifting through Scandal: Author Examines Church's Role in Abusive Priests, by Maria Cortes Gonzalez, El Paso Times (January 25, 2008)
- A Unique Pilgrimage into Priesthood, by Crestina Chavez, News 8 Austin (January 25, 2008)
- Retired Detective Now Stalks the Mind of a Predator: When It Comes to Childhood Predators, Society Still Has It All Wrong, Says a Veteran East Hartford Police Detective, by John Karas, East Hartford Gazette (January 24, 2008)
- Archbishop Buechlein's Cancer Is Rare at His Age, by Robert King, Indianapolis Star (January 25, 2008)
- The Church & Gays II, by Anne Marie Zellner, Pittsburgh Tribune-Review (January 25, 2008)
- Letter to the Editor: Catholic Church Should Treat the Abused Justly, by Loretta Kilby, News Journal (January 25, 2008)
- Town Endorses Law on Child Sex Abuse, by Robert Wargas, Suffolk Life (January 23, 2008)
- Trial Set for Radio Host Bernie Ward on Child Porn Charges, on NBC 11 (January 24, 2008)
- All Invited to Mass Today for New Archbishop, by Karen Jowers, Navy Times (January 25, 2008)
- Huckabee Won't Be Coming to Preach: The GOP Candidate Said He Never Committed to the Jacksonville Church, by Jeff Brumley, Florida Times-Union (January 25, 2008)
- The Rev. Budd to Challenges Constitutionality of Sex Charges, by Kevin Behr, Winona Daily News (January 24, 2008)
- Boston Archdiocese Buys Building for $100, by Dennis Tatz, Daily News Tribune (January 24, 2008)
- LA Archdiocese: Sex? Sell!, by Lindsay William-Ross, LAist (January 23, 2008)
- Shelter Says Co-Founder Stole Funds: Lana Jacobs Accused of Taking up to $40,000 in Donations, by T.J. Greaney, Columbia Daily Tribune (January 23, 2008)
- Tuition Costs, Sagging Enrollment Worry Brevard's Catholic Schools, by Kate Brennan, Florida Today (January 20, 2008)
- Will Danny Croteau's Murder Be Solved?, by Matt Abbott, Renew America (January 16, 2008)
- Clergy Abuse Suit Can Go to Federal Court, by Beth Miller, News Journal (January 24, 2008)
- Letter from St. Francis House: Apology from St. Francis Catholic, in Columbia Daily Tribune (January 23, 2008)
- Statement from Steve Jacobs: Statement to the Media from St. Francis House Catholic Worker Member, Steve Jacobs, in Columbia Daily Tribune (January 23, 2008)
- Slain Boy's Family Demanding Justice, by Mike Plaisance, The Republican (January 15, 2008)
- Sneak Preview: Chapter I of Faithful Departed, in Catholic World News (January 25, 2008)
January 26
- Persecution of Perry Dunlop Shameful, by Rev. Thomas P. Doyle, Standard-Freeholder (January 26, 2008)
- Let's Not Make Perry a Martyr, in Standard-Freeholder (January 26, 2008)
- When the Human Soul Is Left Charred and Empty, by Rev. Eric Strachan, Pembroke Daily Observer (January 26, 2008)
- Diocese Faces Sex Abuse Lawsuits; North Bay, Powassan Among Sites of Alleged Misconduct, in North Bay Nugget (January 26, 2008)
- Priests Accused of Abuse in City; Six Clergy Named in Lawsuit;; One Still Living, by Carol Mulligan, Sudbury Star (January 26, 2008)
- Dead Priest to Be Named in Sexual Abuse Suit, by Trevor Wilhelm, Windsor Star (January 25, 2008)
- Silence to Hope Aided, by Heather Travis, Chatham Daily News (January 25, 2008)
- Former Teacher Looks to Reverse Pleas to Assault: Terry Sullivan Now Claims He's Innocent of Sexually Abusing Several Teenage Boys, by Phil Ray, Altoona Mirror (January 24, 2008)
- Deluca to Face Charges in Delaware, on News 10 Now (January 24, 2008)
- Group Criticizes Church for Inaction against Accused Priest, by Kevin Tripp, KTAR (January 25, 2008)
- Huckabee Not Speaking at Church Mired in Sex-Abuse Scandal, by Bob Allen, Ethics Daily (January 25, 2008)
- Ex-Coach Guilty in Wisconsin, by Jennifer Smith Richards, Columbus Dispatch (January 25, 2008)
- Brazilian Church Files 28 Lawsuits against Brazil's Largest Newspaper, on Brazzil Magazine (January 24, 2008)
- Teaching the Gospel of Management: Program Aims to Bring Transparency to Church Business Practices, by Ron Alsop, Wall Street Journal (January 8, 2008)
- Reforming and Renewing the Church Using Gospel Nonviolence, in Voice from the Desert (January 26, 2008)
January 27
- Put Pedophile Priest Scandal behind US Now, Say the Bishops, Find Closure. Right. What about the Rest of the Crimes?, by Kay Ebeling, City of Angels (January 27, 2008)
- New Head of Jesuits Meets with Pope at Vatican, Associated Press, carried on PR Inside (January 26, 2008)
- Priest Is Sacked after Admitting 18-Year Affair: Exclusive Church Sack Monsignor after He Admits to 18-Year Affair with a Married Mum, by Charles Lavery, Sunday Mail (January 27, 2008)
- Father Brings 63 Years of Eclectic Experience to His Parish, by Susan Ager, Detroit Free Press (January 27, 2008)
- No Appeal for 'Abuse Cash' Priest: A Priest Who Financed the Grooming of a Young Girl for Sex Has Lost His Bid to Appeal against His Five-Year Sentence., on BBC (January 23, 2008)
- Former Priest Abused Children While a Student at Maynooth, in Kerryman (January 23, 2008)
- Canadian Bishops Update Sexual Abuse Guidelines: Protocols Are Not Binding on Dioceses, by Deborah Gyapong, Canadian Catholic News (January 28, 2008)
- Orientations Issued by the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops for Updating a Diocesan Protocol for the Prevention of the Sexual Abuse of Minors and the Pastoral Response to Complaints Regarding Abuse, in Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (January 21, 2008)
- Publication of Orientations for Diocesan Sexual Abuse Protocols, in Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (January 21, 2008)
- Bishop Pressured to Defrock Mesa Priest Fushek, by Lawn Griffiths, East Valley Tribune (January 26, 2008)
- Cape Fear Profile: Ann Flaherty Has Sewn up a Quilt Project, by Michael Futch, Fayetteville Observer (January 27, 2008)
- Priests, Nuns in Minority at Catholic Schools: Laity Taking School Reins, by Marjorie Hernandez, Ventura County Star (January 27, 2008)
- Sneak Preview of the Faithful Departed: The Collapse of Boston's Catholic Culture, by Philip F. Lawler, Catholic World News (January 26, 2008)
- Letter to the Editor: Diocese Rightly Settled Lawsuit with Abused Man, by Sister Maureen Paul Turlish, News Journal (January 27, 2008)
- The People's Priest Who Became a Bishop: After 12 Years, Michael Saltarelli Contemplates Life after Wilmington Diocese, by Gary Soulsman, News Journal (January 27, 2008)
- Bishop Saltarelli's Accomplishments, in News Journal (January 27, 2008)
- Diocese Won't Pay into Suit Settlement: Case Alleged Abuse by Ex-Area Priest, by Jay Tokasz, Buffalo News (January 27, 2008)
- 'Free to Roam', by John Stucke, Spokesman Review (January 27, 2008)
- Scandali, Affari E Misteri Tutti I Segreti Dello Ior, by Curzio Maltese, La Repubblica (January 26, 2008)
January 28
- New Local: Former Minister Pleads Guilty to Sex Charges, in New Castle News (January 26, 2008)
- Testimony May Begin Today in Sexual Abuse Case, in Rochester Democrat and Chronicle (January 28, 2008)
- Catholics Pan Church Closings: Pottsville Area Parishioners Place Ads, Circulate Petitions against Consolidation Plan, by Daniel Patrick Sheehan, Morning Call (January 27, 2008)
- 'Our Church', by Kim Vo, San Jose Mercury News (January 28, 2008)
- Jefferts Schori Accuses Fleeing Episcopalians Who Want Their Properties of Being like Child Abusers, by David W. Virtue, Virtue Online (January 27, 2008)
- States Take Aim at Abusive Teachers: Legislation Proposals Seek to Better Protect Students from Sexual Misconduct, Associated Press (January 27, 2008)
- Popular Youth Mentor Dies at 39, by Edythe Jensen, Arizona Republic (January 22, 2008)
- Salesian Order of Priests Are the Last Standing in Los Angeles, by Cheryl Buchanan, Injury Board.com (January 28, 2008)
- Abuse Victims Protest Church of Priest under Investigation, on WTEN-TV (January 27, 2008)
- L'Arrivo Di Don Sante Con IL Celibato Dei Preti Mette in Subbuglio LA Parrocchia Di Fratte, by Santa Giustina, IL Gazzettino (January 28, 2008)
January 29
- Vast Archive on Abuse Aids Victims, Scholars: Database Lists 3,000 Accused Priests, by Michael Paulson, Boston Globe (January 29, 2008)
- Man Wins Millions in Sexual Abuse Lawsuit against Former Priest, by Rhonda Erskine, WCSH6-TV (January 28, 2008)
- Priest Must Pay in Sex Case, by Betty Adams, Kennebec Journal (January 29, 2008)
- Judge Orders Former Priest to Pay $4.2 Million, Associated Press (January 29, 2008)
- Court Issues Warrant for Stonewalling Inquiry Witness: B.C. Resident Perry Dunlop Skipped Cornwall, Ont., Abuse Inquiry Despite Contempt Conviction, on CBC News (January 28, 2008)
- Sex-Abuse Victims' Suits Last Bid for Justice: Lawyer, by Joe Matyas, London Free Press (January 29, 2008)
- Neighbors Find Child Molester Living down Block in LA Conner: Neighbors Aghast They Didn't Know about Ex-Priest, Associated Press (January 28, 2008)
- Multimillion-Dollar Lawsuits Filed against Dioceses, in Canadian Press in the Globe and Mail (January 29, 2008)
- Time for Church to Show Moral Leadership: Plaintiff (comment on This Story), by Carol Mulligan, Sudbury Star (January 29, 2008)
- Four More Men Accuse Priest of Sexual Abuse, in Post Star (January 29, 2008)
- More Claim Abuse by Troy Priest, by Scott Waldman, Times Union (January 29, 2008)
- Local Group Angry with Catholic Diocese, on Capital News 9 (January 29, 2008)
- Rev. Leibrecht Returning to Parish Life: The 77-Year-Old Outgoing Bishop Says He Is " Really Not the Type to Sit Down.", by Linda Leicht, Springfield News-Leader (January 29, 2008)
- Ending the Silence; Plaintiffs Detail Years of Abuse by Priests, by Carol Mulligan, Sudbury Star (January 29, 2008)
- Family Support Has Been Key for Victims, by Carol Mulligan, Sudbury Star (January 29, 2008)
- Dioceses Face Seven $4.5-M Suits; North Bay Area Man Among Victims Accusing Priests of Sexual Abuse, in North Bay Nugget (January 29, 2008)
- Priest Accused of Abuse Removed from Ministry, by Jennifer Garza, Sacramento Bee (January 29, 2008)
- Udc Contro IL " Cattivo Maestro" Don Sante, in IL Gazzettino (January 29, 2008)
- Priest Loses Calif. Appeal in Abuse Case, Associated Press (January 28, 2008)
- Two Judges Share How They Guided Church Case: Diocese Agreed to Pay $198 Million Settlement, by Sandi Dolbee, San Diego Union-Tribune (January 29, 2008)
- Multimillion-Dollar Lawsuits Launched against Ontario Catholic Dioceses, in Canwest News Service, carried on Ottawa Citizen (January 29, 2008)
- Priest Recruitments Are up in the Tri-State, by Jenell Walton, WCPO-9, ABC-TV (January 30, 2008)
- Sex, Money and Bad Habits, by Pearlie Joubert, Mail & Guardian (January 29, 2008)
- Diocese Pays out $79 Million in Sex Case, Associated Press (January 29, 2008)
- More Allegations of Abuse, by Kristin Lowman, WXXA-DT/TV, FOX 23 (January 28, 2008)
- Catholic Bishops to Support Commission on Residential Schools, by Bill Curry, Globe and Mail (January 29, 2008)
January 30
- Stories Goes to Grave: Plouffe; Bishop Says Full Story of Abuse Allegations May Never Be Known, by Carol Mulligan, Sudbury Star (January 28, 2008)
- Arrest Imminent, Former Cop Says, by Rob Shaw, Times Colonist (January 30, 2008)
- Appeals Court Rebuffs Molestation Lawsuit, by Bob Egelko, San Francisco Chronicle (January 30, 2008)
- Abuse Charge Costs Priest, by Howard Yune, Appeal Democrat (January 29, 2008)
- Father Mercure Target of More Sexual Abuse Allegations, in North Country Gazette (January 29, 2008)
- Web Site Resource for Priest Scandals, in United Press International (January 29, 2008)
- 'Free to Roam', by John Stucke, Spokesman Review (January 27, 2008)
- Press Release, by Robert P.M. Talach, Ledroit Beckett (January 29, 2008)
- Sacramento Diocese Rapped, by Jennifer Garza, Sacramento Bee (January 30, 2008)
- Santa Giustina in Colle, in IL Gazzettino (January 30, 2008)
- Abano Terme : Altri Dieci Giorni ..., by Riccardo Bastianello, IL Gazzettino (January 30, 2008)
- The Crafty Perpetrators Remain, by Patrick J. Wall, Clergy Abuse and the Catholic Church (January 30, 2008)
January 31
- Second Chance for Priests after 'Spiritual Reform', by Bernadette Parco, Cebu Daily News (January 31, 2008)
- Alleged Victims Accuse Priests of Sexual Abuse, by Laurel Myers, Northern Life (January 30, 2008)
- Archdiocese in the Red: Catholic Church Was Banking on Failed Sale of Cousins Center, by Tom Heinen, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (January 30, 2008)
- Court: Priest Sex Abuse Suit Barred by Statute of Limitations, by Steven M. Ellis, Metropolitan News-Enterprise (January 30, 2008)
- Settlement Tops $79 Million in Diocese Suit, Associated Press (January 29, 2008)
- Quattro Amici... Nel Vicino Bar, in IL Gazzettino (January 31, 2008)
- Jesuit Backs Principal Amid Gossip over E-Mail, by Dorothy Korber, Sacramento Bee (January 30, 2008)
- Religious Order Leader Maciel Dies, Associated Press (January 31, 2008)
- Legionaries of Christ Founder Passes Away, in Catholic News Agency (January 31, 2008)
- Mexican Priest Disciplined over Sex Abuse Allegations Dies, in PR-inside (January 28, 2008)
- Marcial Maciel, Lc, in Regnum Christi (January 30, 2008)
- Founder of Legion of Christ Dies: A Great-Nephew of a Saint, Rev. Marcial Maciel Founded the Legion of Christ - a Global Movement of Priests and Laity, by Martin Barillas, Spero News (January 31, 2008)
- Legionary of Christ Founder Dies at 87: Father Marcial Maciel Began Lay Regnum Christi Movement, in Zenit (January 31, 2008)
- Vatican Insider and Accused Molester Dies: Legion of Christ Founder Never Faced Trial for the Alleged Abuse, by Maddy Sauer, ABC News (January 31, 2008)
- Controversial Mexican Priest Marcial Maciel Dies, in Earthtimes (January 31, 2008)
- Mexican Catholic Leader Accused of Sex Abuse Dies, Reuters (January 31, 2008)
- Religion: Founder of Legionaries Dies without Ever Going to Trial, by Diego Cevallos, IPS (January 31, 2008)
February 2008
February 1
- Maciel, a Controversial Priest, Dies, by Jose de Cordoba, Wall Street Journal (February 1, 2008)
- The Rev. Marcial Maciel, 87, Conservative Catholic Leader, Dies, by Ian Fisher, New York Times (February 1, 2008)
- Controversial Religious Leader Dies, by Elizabeth Hamilton, Hartford Courant (February 1, 2008)
- Fallece El Padre Marcial Maciel: Fue El Fundador De Los Legionarios De Cristo Y Líder De Esta Congregación Que Tiene a Su Cargo Destacadas Escuelas Como LA Universidad Anáhuac Y El Colegio Oxford, Entre Otras, in El Universal (January 31, 2008)
- Rev. Marcial Maciel, 87; Mexican Cleric Sanctioned for Sex Abuse, by Hector Tobar, Los Angeles Times (February 1, 2008)
- Priest Speaks on Maciel, Legion of Christ, by Matt C. Abbott, Renew America (February 1, 2008)
- Marcial Maciel, 87; Founded Controversial Legionaries of Christ, by Adam Bernstein, Washington Post (February 1, 2008)
- Rev. Marcial Maciel Photos, in Hartford Courant (February 1, 2008)
- Documents Detail Church Coverup: Newly Released Records from a California Lawsuit Settlement Show the Extent of the Milwaukee Catholic Archdiocese's Efforts to Conceal Priest's Sex Abuse, by Marie Rhode and Mary Zahn, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (January 31, 2008)
- Archdiocese of Milwaukee Records Regarding Father Franklyn Becker, in JS Online (January 31, 2008)
- Summary of Franklyn Becker Documents, in Archdiocese of Milwaukee (February 1, 2008)
- Archbishop Dolan's Letter to the Catholic Community, in Archdiocese of Milwaukee (February 1, 2008)
- SNAP Mexico City Challenge Unique: Find Protection and Safe Haven for Victims before Going to the Police, by Kay Ebeling, City of Angels (February 1, 2008)
- SNAP: Archdiocese Knew about Becker's Abuse, by Jay Sorgi, WTMJ 620AM (January 31, 2008)
- Carmichael Man Claims He Was Molested by Priest, by Rob McAllister, KFBK (January 31, 2008)
February 2
- Editorial: Damning Documents: The Milwaukee Catholic Archdiocese Is Facing a Painful Financial Future, but It Must Continue to Be Accountable., in Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (February 1, 2008)
- Nun Who Abused Boys Gets 1 Year in Jail, 10 Years' Probation, by Margaret Ramirez, Chicago Tribune (February 2, 2008)
- Catholic Nun Sentenced in Abuse of Boys 40 Years Ago, by Georgia Pabst, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (February 1, 2008)
- Nun Accused of Sexual Assault to Spend 1 Year in Jail: Sister Norma Giannini Admits to Other Offenses, on WISN - ABC12 (February 1, 2008)
- Nun Gets One Year for Abusing Two Teens, by Katie DeLong, Associated Press (February 1, 2008)
- Row Brews As Church Stalls on Abuse Files, by Ed Carty, Belfast Telegraph (February 2, 2008)
- Judge: Bishop Liable for Layman's Actions in Sex Abuse Case, by Mary Beth Smetzer, Daily News-Miner (February 2, 2008)
- Diocese Closing Tara-Holy Cross in Colchester, by Sam Hemingway, Burlington Free Press (February 2, 2008)
- Attorney: Accused Priest 'Shocked' by Diocese Settlement, by Gregg Hennigan, Gazette (February 1, 2008)
- Sex Abuse Files Triggers Bitter Church Rift, by David Sharrock, Times (February 2, 2008)
- Irish Prelates Clash on Release of Abuse Documents, in Catholic World News (February 1, 2008)
- Irish Cardinal Tries to Block Access to Abuse Files, by Paul Hoskins, Reuters (February 1, 2008)
- Irish Cardinal Attempts to Block Publication of Child Abuse Files, by Henry McDonald, Guardian (February 1, 2008)
- Bishop Asks for Pardon in Paedophile Cases, by Robert Brookes, Swiss Info (February 1, 2008)
- Diocese Files Reorganization Plan, by Ann McGlynn, Quad-City Times (February 1, 2008)
- Davenport Diocese Outlines Settlement, by Gregg Hennigan, Gazette (February 1, 2008)
- Former Gay Priest Finds New Life in Hospice Care, by Lawn Griffiths, East Valley Tribune (February 2, 2008)
- Davenport Diocese Plans to Launch Reform Campaign, by Erin Jordan, Des Moines Register (February 1, 2008)
- Cardinal Halts Probe into Disputed Sex Abuse Files, by Tim Healy, Irish Independent (February 1, 2008)
- Credible Allegations of Abuse: Priest Defrocked, Salesians Sued in Unrelated Sexual Molestation Cases, in California Catholic Daily (February 1, 2008)
- Marist Abuse 'Led to Son's Overdose', by Amy Coopes, Herald Sun (February 1, 2008)
- 'Archdiocese Will Co-Operate with Inquiry', on RTÉ News (February 1, 2008)
- Dr Connell's Move Blow to His Successor, in Irish Independent (February 1, 2008)
- Cardinal Is Accused of Abuse Files Cover-Up, by Dearbhail McDonald and John Cooney, Irish Independent (February 1, 2008)
- How Truth Got Lost between Canon and Civil Law, by Dearbhail McDonald, Irish Independent (February 1, 2008)
- Ex-Priest Imprisoned for Abuse May Be Released Soon: Mark Campobello, Who Was Charged in Aurora, Served Parishes in Rockford and Belvidere., by Geri Nikolai, Rockford Register Star (January 31, 2008)
- After Costly Sex-Abuse Claims, Diocese Moves to Shield Assets, by Michael Clancy, Arizona Republic (February 2, 2008)
- Former Child-Molesting Priest Is Jailed on Unrelated Charges, by Jeff Diamant, Star-Ledger (February 1, 2008)
- Ex-Priest in Custody, Accused of Bail Jumping: Hanley, Who Has Admitted to Molesting Children, Had Missed Hudson Court Date, by Abbott Koloff, Daily Record (February 1, 2008)
- How Did This Happen?, by Patrick McIlheran, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (February 1, 2008)
- Paved with the Skulls of Bishops, by Richard John Neuhaus, First Things (February 1, 2008)
- 4 Parishes Will Help Pay $37m Settlement: Diocese Hasn't Named Locations, in Iowa City Press-Citizen (February 1, 2008)
February 3
- Beyond Betrayal: If Dante Had Given His Inferno Another Level, It Would Be for Priests Who Prey on Kids. Their Breach of Trust Strikes to the Very Soul, Not Only of the Child, but of the Entire Community, by Janice Kennedy, Ottawa Citizen (February 3, 2008)
- Abuse Files at Centre of 2003 Row: Cardinal Connell Involved in Legal Tussle over Same Confidential Information Five Years Ago, by Maeve Sheehan, Irish Independent (February 3, 2008)
- Years of Privilege Blind Bishops, by Colum Kenny, Irish Independent (February 3, 2008)
- Judge Rules Fairbanks Diocese Liable for Priest's Abuse, Associated Press (February 2, 2008)
- Former DA Backs Church on Abuse Bill, by Daniel Bice, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (February 2, 2008)
- Court Cases, New Details on Abuse Increase Pressure on Milwaukee Archdiocese, by Tom Heinen, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (February 2, 2008)
- Call to Seize Secret Church Abuse Files: Victims Urge Judge to Demand Access to Archives, by Henry McDonald, Guardian (February 3, 2008)
- Bishop Says Davenport Diocese Abandoned Him to Save Itself, Associated Press (February 2, 2008)
- Victims Group Criticises Cardinal's 'Cynical' Move, in Irish Times (February 1, 2008)
- Archbishop OKs Catholic Ed Consolidation, by Sharon Roznik, Fond Du Lac Reporter (February 3, 2008)
- New Documents Detail Sexual Abuse by Catholic Priest, on WISN - ABC12 (January 31, 2008)
- Priest Accused of Abuse Moved from Parish to Parish, by Michael George, and Erin Drew Kent, TMJ-TV - NBC4 (January 31, 2008)
- Priest to Propose Reconciliation to St. Louis Archbishop: Burke Has Begun the Process of Defrocking Pries, in Belleville News Democrat (February 3, 2008)
- They Still Just Don’t Get It., by Kay Ebeling, City of Angels (February 3, 2008)
February 4
- Pervert Priests Can't Be Let Hide behind Privilege, by Ian O'Doherty, Irish Independent (February 4, 2008)
- 'Puzzlement' over Catholic Bishops' 'Abuse' Documents, by Alf McCreary, Belfast Telegraph (February 4, 2008)
- Sex Abuse Help Funding Extended: The Diocese of London Is Providing $60,000 This Year for Support Groups for Male Victims, by Joe Belanger, London Free Press (February 4, 2008)
- SNAP Protest outside Another Area Church against Diocese, on WTEN-TV (February 3, 2008)
- Priest Is 'Out': Shacked-Up Gay Rev. Is Getting Defrocked, by Dan Mangan, New York Post (February 4, 2008)
- Letter to the Editor: McCann's Denials Don't Make Sense, by Steve Dykstra, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (February 3, 2008)
- Soens Says Davenport Diocese Abandoned Him to Save Itself, on KTIV-TV - NBC4 (February 4, 2008)
- Reporter Wanted to Tell Sister Margaret Ann's Story: David Yonke's Book Delves into Priest's Trial for Nun's Murder, by Tahree Lane, Toledo Blade (February 3, 2008)
- Bishop Outlines Diocese's Plan in Letter Read at Masses, by Ann McGlynn, Quad-City Times (February 4, 2008)
- Don't Hide Claims of Priest Abuse, by Mike Nichols, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (February 3, 2008)
- Court Adjourns Church Abuse-Papers Case, in Irish Times (February 4, 2008)
- Cardinal Connell Case Adjourned until Next Week, in Belfast Telegraph (February 4, 2008)
- Diocese Fund Garners $6M, by Stephanie Innes, Arizona Daily Star (February 4, 2008)
- From the Editor: Monsters Are Made, Not Born, by Bob Unger, Standard Times (February 3, 2008)
- Make No Mistake, the Repercussions Are Serious, by John Cooney, Irish Independent (February 2, 2008)
- School Nurse's Diary, by Marites N. Sison, Anglican Journal (February 1, 2008)
- Ruling May Aid Church Case Men in Alleged Sexual Abuse, by Simon Walton, Evening Gazette (February 1, 2008)
- U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops Gc Tackles Tough Issues, by Anthony R. Picarello Jr., Legal Times (February 1, 2008)
- Tucson Diocese Trying to Raise $28 Million to Handle Growth, by Sheryl Kornman, Tucson Citizen (February 1, 2008)
- Cardinal Connell in High Court Proceedings, in Irish Times (January 31, 2008)
- Doyle Vs. Votf, Bishop Vs. Bishop., by Grant Gallicho, dotCOMMONWEAL (February 3, 2008)
- Open Letter to Thomas P. Doyle, O.p., in In the Vineyard - Voice of the Faithful Newsletter (January 29, 2008)
- Parents of Sex Abuse Victim Alert Churches, by Paul Therrell, Christian News Wire (February 4, 2008)
- Connell Opens Hornet's Nest, by Margaret Kennedy, Irish Independent (February 4, 2008)
- Millions in Aboriginal Compensation Buy Joy but Also Breed Fresh Trauma, in Canadian Press on Google News (February 4, 2008)
- Cardinal Brady Says Bishops Are United, on RTE News (February 4, 2008)
- So Much for Church 'Remorse' over the Sex Abuse Scandal, in Irish Independent (February 4, 2008)
- Inland Gay Catholics Struggle to Reconcile Church Teachings, Their Sexuality, by David Olson, The Press-Enterprise (February 3, 2008)
- Archbishop of Military Services Promises to Recruit Chaplains, in Catholic News Agency (February 3, 2008)
- Intent to Sue from Father Fay Tipster, by Christopher Falvo, Darien News-Review (January 31, 2008)
- Group Protests How Priest Sex Abuse Allegations Handled, on KPRC LOCAL 2 (February 4, 2008)
- Did Justice Prosser Shrug off Accused Priest?, by Pat Schneider, Capital Times (February 4, 2008)
- VOTF's Board Distances Itself from Tom Doyle, in Voice from the Desert (February 2, 2008)
February 5
- Justice Prosser's Link to Priest Case Assailed: As DA in '79, He Decided Not to Prosecute, Records Indicate, by Marie Rohde, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (February 4, 2008)
- Prelates Day in Court Deferred, in Cath News (February 5, 2008)
- Suspected Paedophile Priest Kills Himself, in Swiss Info (February 5, 2008)
February 6
- Justice Who Wouldn't Prosecute Priest Due to Hear Priest Abuse Case, by Natalie Arnold, WBAY-TV - ABC2 (February 6, 2008)
- Letter to the Editor: Justice for Victims Is Long Overdue, by Melissa Butts, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (February 4, 2008)
- Letter to the Editor: Abusers, Not Church, at Fault for Sex Acts, by Ronald Gilles, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (February 4, 2008)
- Prosser's Conscience: The Facts Are Too Murky to Make It Certain That the State Supreme Court Justice Should Recuse Himself, Editorial in Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (February 5, 2008)
- Archbishop's Optimism over Future of Abuse Inquiry, in The Universe (February 6, 2008)
- Investigate Former School's Burial Site: Researcher: Mohawk Institute Is 'Natural Place' to Look into Deaths of Native Children, by Susan Gamble, Brantford Expositor (February 6, 2008)
- The Pope Is Right, All That Matters Is Finding Truth, by Dearbhail McDonald, Irish Independent (February 6, 2008)
- Priest to Deny All Claims of Abuse at College, in Parramatta Sun (February 6, 2008)
- Records Indicate Prosser Declined to Prosecute Priest in 1979, Associated Press (February 5, 2008)
- Controversy over Wi Supreme Court Justice in Church Abuse Case, by Jay Sorgi, WTMJ (February 5, 2008)
- Archbishop Expresses Surprise at Cardinal's Legal Action, by Patsy McGarry and Harry McGee, Irish Times (February 5, 2008)
- Archbishop Pleads with Connell in Row over Abuse Files, by John Cooney and Dearbhail McDonald, Irish Independent (February 5, 2008)
- Division between Church's Top Men Turns into a Gaping Chasm, in Irish Independent (February 5, 2008)
- Martin Criticises Connell Move As a 'Road Block', by Anne-Marie Walsh, Irish Independent (February 5, 2008)
- Bishops Agree to Truth Hearings, in National Catholic Reporter (February 6, 2008)
- Second Church Leader Supports Open Disclosure, in Irish Independent (February 6, 2008)
- Promise to Clarify Clerical Abuse Issue, on RTE News (February 5, 2008)
- Repeated Attempts to Petition U.S. Bishops Fail, by Dennis Coday, National Catholic Reporter (February 8, 2008)
- Bishops Support Bill on Abusers: Failure to Report Also Is Included, by Peter Smith, The Courier-Journal (February 5, 2008)
- Sex Abuse Suit against Mormon Church Awaits Supreme Court Ruling, Associated Press (February 5, 2008)
- Analysis: Legion of Christ Founder Leaves a Flawed Legacy, by Jason Berry, National Catholic Reporter (February 5, 2008)
- Detroit Priest: Archdiocese 'A Thousand Times More Corrupt Than' Legion of Christ, by Matt C. Abbott, Renew America (February 5, 2008)
- Priest Who Let Sex Offender Live in Rectory to Return to Duties, Associated Press (February 6, 2008)
February 7
- Documents Thrust Defrocked Priest into Spotlight: Newly Released Files Accuse 70-Year-Old Mayville Man of Abusing Teen Boys, by Colleen Kottke, Find Du Lac Reporter (February 7, 2008)
- Church Faces Abuse Claim, by Elizabeth Hamilton, Hartford Courant (February 7, 2008)
- Ex-Priest Asks Court to Drop Abuse Suit, by Pat Kinney, Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier (February 7, 2008)
- A Wider Window for Sex-Abuse Suits: Rep. Gwyn Green Is Trying Again. Her Proposal in 2006 Collapsed under Hot Debate, by John Ingold, Denver Post (February 6, 2008)
- Retired Priest Can Resume Limited Duties, by Trevor Maxwell, Kennebec Journal (February 7, 2008)
- Seeking a Return to Moral Authority: Dolan Must Do the Right Thing in Face of Former, by Mark Belling, GM Today (February 6, 2008)
- Third Speaker Denied Platform by Catholic Diosese, by Victoria Macchi, Naples Daily News (February 6, 2008)
- Nun Is Found Guilty in Sex Abuse Cases, by Chuck Salvatore, Southwest News-Herald (February 6, 2008)
- Bishop Restores Priest Linked to Sex Offender, by Judy Harrison, Bangor Daily News (February 7, 2008)
- Restrictions Eased for Retired Priest, in Diocese of Portland (February 7, 2008)
- Bill Would Make It Easier to File Sex-Abuse Suits, in Baltimore Sun (February 7, 2008)
- Lawmakers Consider 'Window' for Victims of Child Sex Abuse, by Jaime Malarkey, The Examiner (February 7, 2008)
- Irish Cardinal Would Risk Jail in Confidentiality Dispute, in Catholic World News (February 7, 2008)
- Cardinal Willing to Go to Jail Rather Than Release Files, by John Cooney, Irish Independent (February 7, 2008)
- Lawmakers Consider Abolishing Limits on Sex Abuse Lawsuits, Associated Press (February 6, 2008)
- Sex Crimes Victims Ask for Help from Legislators: Former Miss America Tells Lawmakers to 'Stop It Now', by Russell Haythorn, 7NEWS (February 6, 2008)
- Lawmaker Wants to Eliminate Statute of Limitations on Sex Abuse Lawsuits, by Anastasiya Bolton, KUSA-TV - NBC 9News (February 7, 2008)
- Former Premier Accused of Sexual Abuse Cover up, in Sexual Abuse Claims Blog (February 6, 2008)
- Ritrattare? Neanche Se ..., by Riccardo Bastianello, IL Gazzettino (February 7, 2008)
- Accused Mater Dei Statutory Rapist Loses Again, by Gustavo Arellano, Orange County Weekly (February 7, 2008)
- Former NWT Premier Knew of Abuse in Schools, Victims' Lawyer Says, by Sara Minogue, Globe and Mail (February 5, 2008)
February 8
- Man Sues W.Va. Diocese over Alleged Abuse by Priest, Associated Press (February 8, 2008)
- Former Priest Accused of Sexually Abusing a Clarksburg Teen, on WBOY-TV - NBC12 (February 7, 2008)
- Bishop McCormack: Diocese to Participate in Fourth Audit; Cites Progress in Protecting Children, in Diocese of Manchester (February 7, 2008)
- Former Priest Named in Archdiocese Records Alleging Sexual Abuse, by Natalie Arnold, WBAY-TV - ABC2 (February 9, 2008)
February 9
- Diocese Settles Priest Molestation Case for $170,000, by Sam Hemingway, Burlington Free Press (February 9, 2008)
- Swiss Confront Scandals, by Patrick Baert, Agence France Presse in the Times (February 9, 2008)
- Controversy Dogged Legionaries Founder, Who Was a Holy Man to Many Followers, by José de Córdoba, Wall Street Journal (February 9, 2008)
- Court Rejects Case against Diocese, by Edward Fitzpatrick, Providence Journal (February 9, 2008)
- Joel McNally: California Church Case Reveals What Wisconsin Conceals, by Joel McNally, Capital Times (February 9, 2008)
- Supreme Court Upholds Dismissal of Woman's Sex Abuse Lawsuit, on WPRI (February 9, 2008)
- Bishop Considered Suing Indiana Diocese, in Indianapolis Star (February 8, 2008)
- Sex Abuse Case Leads to $2 Million Suit: Family of Girl Who Accused Former GOP Official of Groping Her Says Catholic School Kept Her out, by Lauren Stanforth, Albany Times Union (February 8, 2008)
- Davenport Diocese Files Reorganization Plan in Bankruptcy Court, by Barb Arland-Fye, Catholic News Service (February 6, 2008)
- Critics Blast Decision to Let Priest Return to Part-Time Ministry, in Foster's Daily Democrat (February 7, 2008)
- Arizona Man Sues Hartford Archdiocese for Alleged Abuse by Priest, on Newday (February 7, 2008)
- Where Are Their Children Buried?, in Tribune (February 9, 2008)
- Group Calls for Boycott over Sex Abuse Scandal, by Yvonne Martin, Stuff (February 9, 2008)
- In Pastoral Letter, Bishop Lucas Extends Invitation to Reconciliation, by Kathie Sass, Catholic Times (February 10, 2008)
- Cardinal Mahony Must Go!: Cardinal Mahony of Los Angeles Repeatedly Shields Child Abusers, Says Former Archdiocesan Official, and Makes It Impossible for Him to Preach against Prostitution, Pornography, and Child Sexual Abuse., by Dennis Jarrad, Spero News (February 8, 2008)
- Bishops Meet with Assembly of First Nations Chief for First Time, by Deborah Gyapong, Canadian Christianity (February 6, 2008)
- Catholic Church Crisis Could Have Been Avoided, by Sherwood Ross, OpEd News (February 7, 2008)
- Time to Light up Dark Corners?, by Eamonn McCann, Belfast Telegraph (February 7, 2008)
- Church Official Accused of Rape: Music Director Held in 3 City Incidents Involving Girl, 12, by Gus G. Sentementes, Baltimore Sun (February 9, 2008)
- Ex-Youth Pastor Says Devil Led Him Astray in Sex Assault, in Maui News (February 7, 2008)
- Pastor Gets 24 Years in Prison for Sexually Assaulting 2 Girls, on Newday (February 6, 2008)
- Five Name College in Sex Abuse Suit: Renowned Ex-Choral Director at Au Is Accused, by Karen Nugent, Telegram & Gazette (February 9, 2008)
- Best-Selling Author to Visit Norfolk Bookstore, by Lisa B. Deaderick, Daily Press (February 9, 2008)
- Decision on Return of Priest Reversed, by Judy Harrison, Bangor Daily News (February 9, 2008)
- Gothenburg Sex Scandal Dean Replaced by Woman, by Peter Vinthagen Simpson, Local (February 9, 2008)
- Accused Charismatic Priest Resigns, by Bronislaus B. Kush, Telegram & Gazette (February 9, 2008)
- DA's Office Opposes Sica's Motions, Denies Misconduct: Prosecutors in the Perjury Case against the Rev. Joseph F. Sica Have Asked the State Supreme Court to Reject Father Sica's Request That It Review His Case before a Preliminary Hearing Can Be Held., by Dave Janoski, Times-Tribune (February 9, 2008)
- Parishioners Publicly Owning Church's Sin of Clergy Sex Abuse, by Ed Langlois, Catholic Sentinel (February 10, 2008)
- Bishop Rescinds Priest's Resumption of Duties, by David Hench, Portland Press Herald (February 8, 2008)
- Skip Shea Performs One-Man Show with Art, His Story of Pedophile Priest Rape Survival, Now at City of Angels Blog, by Kay Ebeling, City of Angels (February 9, 2008)
- Protect Adrian's Kids: Adrian Professor Thomas Hodgman Confesses to Molesting Teens, in Protecting Adrian's Kids (February 5, 2008)
February 10
- St. Anthony's to Provide $1M Towards Bankruptcy Settlement, by Ann McGlynn, Quad-City Times (February 10, 2008)
- Vt. Diocese Settles Abuse Suit for $170k: Case Was to Go to Trial This Week, in Boston Globe (February 10, 2008)
- Catholic Church Settles Case with Payment, Not Apology, by Kevin O'Connor, Times Argus (February 10, 2008)
- Abuse Group Protests at Local Church, by Nick Reisman, Post Star (February 10, 2008)
- Clergy Abuse Victims to Get More Money, by Stephanie Innes, Arizona Daily Star (February 10, 2008)
- Spotlight in Priest Scandal Shifts to Choir Director, by Hoa Nguyen, Advocate (February 10, 2008)
- Cardinal Tries to Promote Secrecy, in Irish Independent (February 10, 2008)
- When Justice for All Means Anything but: The Hierarchy's Concern for the Law Is in Stark Contrast to Its Failures on Abuse, by Colum Kenny, Irish Independent (February 10, 2008)
- Connell to Miss Court Hearing Due to Ill Health, by Kieron Wood, Sunday Business Post (February 10, 2008)
- Suspended Priest Resigns, Ending Battle to Return to Ministry, on WHDH (February 9, 2008)
- «Stavo Per Scoperchiare Una Pentola Pesante»: Incontro Gay, Monsignor Tommaso Stenico Parla a Ruota Libera. E VA All'attacco, by Nicola Filippi, L'espresso (October 15, 2007)
- Kathy Shaw Is Back at Abuse Tracker: the Tracker Lady Just Has to Keep on Tracking, by Kay Ebeling, City of Angels (February 10, 2008)
- New Mystery for Catholics to Ponder, by Bill Nemitz, Portland Press Herald (February 10, 2008)
- Time Won't Heal Catholic Bishops' Sins, by Mark Stricherz, GetReligion (February 10, 2008)
- Priest Faces More Sex Charges, in Southtown Star (February 2, 2008)
- Convicted Jesuit Priest Back in Court, on WBBM (February 6, 2008)
- The Gay Priest Problem, by Rod Dreher, Beliefnet (February 6, 2008)
- Only 1 in 4 Priests Agree with Cardinal, by Caroline O'Doherty, Irish Examiner (February 11, 2008)
February 11
- Victims of Church Abuse to Receive More Money, Associated Press (February 11, 2008)
- Former Local Man Recounts Life-Altering Events with Parish Priest That Sent Him into Downward Spiral, Pat Bywater, Meadville Tribune (February 10, 2008)
- Connell Withdraws Legal Challenge on Documents, in Irish Times (February 11, 2008)
- St. Mary's to Pay $650k in Settlement: Diocese Will Pay Total of $17.5 Million, by Kathryn Fiegen, Iowa City Press-Citizen (February 11, 2008)
- Iowa City Church to Help Pay Priest Abuse Settlement, in The Gazette (February 10, 2008)
- Book Documents Schools' Crimes, in The Expositor (February 11, 2008)
- Natives Recall School Horrors, by Marc Kilchling, Toronto Sun (February 11, 2008)
- Group Demands Answers in Residential School Deaths, on CTV (February 10, 2008)
- Connell Withdraws Legal Bid to Keep Documents Secret, in Belfast Telegraph (February 11, 2008)
- Top Clerics Abandon Court Fight, in Press Association (February 11, 2008)
- Healing Sought at Greenwich Church after Former Priest Is Defrocked, by Martin B. Cassidy, The Advocate (February 11, 2008)
- Jury Retires to Consider Verdict in Sexual Assault Case, in ABC News (February 11, 2008)
- Archbishop Tight-Lipped over State of Relations with Connell, by John Cooney, Irish Independent (February 11, 2008)
- Proposed Legislation Won't Protect Youths, Would Harm Church, by Archbishop Edwin F. O'Brien, Catholic Review (February 11, 2008)
- SNAP Members Bring Awareness to Their Cause, on Capital News 9 (February 10, 2008)
- Brooklyn Rabbi Accused of Sexual Abuse Loses Extradition Battle, by Matthew Kalman and Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News (February 11, 2008)
- Israel Can Extradite Alleged N.Y. Serial Molester, by Ofra Edelman, Haaretz (February 11, 2008)
- Statute of Limitations:Questions and Answers/a>, by Archbishop Edwin F. O'Brien, Archdiocese of Baltimore (February 9-10, 2008)
- Catholic Parishes Contributing to Settlement Named, by Erin Jordan, Des Moines Register (February 11, 2008)
- Sacred Heart Cathedral to Provide $1M to Settlement, by Ann McGlynn, Quad-City Times (February 11, 2008)
- Don Marco Verso IL Rito Abbreviato, by Marilu' Musto, Il Mattino (February 9, 2008)
- Family Seeking Damages, Says Priest Molested Child, by Tabitha Yang, Tallahassee Democrat (February 11, 2008)
- Irish Cardinal Drops Court Appeal; Documents Released, in Catholic World News (February 11, 2008)
- Connell Withdraws Legal Challenge, in Irish Health (February 11, 2008)
- Texas: Priest-Chaplain Found to Have Molested Students Faces Loss of Orders, in Episcopal Life (February 11, 2008)
- Clerical Abuse Challenge Dropped, by Diarmaid Fleming, BBC News (February 11, 2008)
- Standing Committee Responds to Old Abuse Case, in Episcopal Diocese of Pennsylvania (January 25, 2008)
February 12
- Speaking about Events with Priest Therapeutic for Ex-Local Man, by Pat Bywater (February 12, 2008)
- Irish Cardinal Ends Legal Dispute over Sex Abuse Documents, in Catholic News Agency (February 12, 2008)
- Group Criticizes Involvement of Convicted Child Molesters in State Episcopal Diocese, by Nina Petersen-Perlman, Duluth News Tribune (February 12, 2008)
- Senior Clergy Settle Sex Abuse: Martin and Brady Persuaded Cardinal to Drop Court Challenge, by John Cooney, Dearbhail McDonald and Tim Healy, Irish Independent (February 12, 2008)
- Guilty Verdict for Former Priest, on ABC News (February 12, 2008)
- Primate Urged Cardinal Connell to Drop Action, by Patsy McGarry, Irish Times (February 12, 2008)
- Priest Sex Abuse, on WJHG (February 11, 2008)
- Lawyers Block Records Naming Accused Priests, by Steve Woodward, Oregonian (February 12, 2008)
- Church Pastor Indicted in McDonald County, by Jeff Lehr, Joplin Globe (February 12, 2008)
- Parents: St. Paul Lutheran School Covered up Sexual Abuse, by Jeremy Roebuck, Monitor (February 11, 2008)
- Carroll: Hardly Evenhanded, by Vincent Carroll, Rocky Mountain News (February 12, 2008)
- Offenses by Priests and Leadership Test Faith, by Jeff M. Jensen, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (February 11, 2008)
- Deacon on Trial for Sexually Assaulting Teen, on WCNC (February 12, 2008)
- Proposed Colo. Sex Offenders Law Sparks Controversy, by Joe Murray, Bulletin (February 11, 2008)
- Episcopal Chuch Court Covicts Priest of Sexual Misconduct, Associated Press (February 12, 2008)
- 5 Molestation Victims May Get $1 Million Each, in Yuma Sun (February 11, 2008)
- Decision Coming Soon on Trinity Lawsuit, by Jeannie Blaylock, First Coast News (February 12, 2008)
- The Correct Decision, in Irish Independent (February 12, 2008)
- Parishioners Were 'Left in the Dark', by Claire Fry, Worcester News (February 12, 2008)
- Cardinal's 'Martyrdom' May Have a Final Twist, by John Cooney, Irish Independent (February 12, 2008)
- Vallario, Frosh and Child Predators, in Washington Times (February 12, 2008)
- Faith in the Future, by Jenn Smith, Berkshire Eagle (February 12, 2008)
- An Open Letter to Mater Dei Quarterback Matt Barkley, by Gustavo Arellano, Orange County Weekly (February 12, 2008)
- Diocese Bankruptcy: Man Continues to Battle to Collect Judgment, by Ann McGlynn, Quad-City Times (February 12, 2008)
- Bonita Man Faces Lawsuit for Alleged Molestation, in News-Press (February 12, 2008)
- Former Priest's Sex Shame, by Nick Clark, Mercury (February 13, 2008)
- Colleges Seek to Protect Church Tills, Associated Press (February 12, 2008)
- The Cardinal Connell Child Sex Abuse Files, in That's Ireland (February 10, 2008)
- Dear Parishioners, Please Pray for Your Vicar ... He's Run off with His Deputy Vicar, by Christian Gysin, Nicholas McDermott and Gwyn Rees, Daily Mail (February 13, 2008)
February 13
- Our View: Little Gained by Exposing Abusers on Sex Offender List, in Duluth News Tribune (February 13, 2008)
- Former Geneva Priest up for Parole: Campobello Spent Nearly 3.2 Years at Prison Southwest of Peoria, by Adam Kovac, Daily Herald (February 13, 2008)
- Bonita Retiree Accused of Sexual Abuse, by Kathleen Cullinan, Naples Daily News (February 12, 2008)
- Lawsuit Accuses Former Toledo Deacon of Sexual Abuse, by David Yonke, Toledo Blade (February 13, 2008)
- Strengthen Kentucky's Anti-Child Abuse Laws, in Cincinnati Enquirer (February 13, 2008)
- Former Youth Minister Facing Sexual Abuse Allegations, on WBBH (February 12, 2008)
- Former Catholic Deacon Sued Again for Sexual Abuse, on WTOL (February 13, 2008)
- Crown Argues Control Abusive, by Jane Sims, London Free Press (February 13, 2008)
- Group Threatens to Take Canada to World Court: Wants to Hold Churches, Government Condemned for Residential Schools, by Jorge Barrera, Ottawa Citizen (February 13, 2008)
- Celibacy Isn't Cause of Sex Abuse, by Andrew Greeley, Chicago Sun-Times (February 13, 2008)
- Former Priest to Be Paroled, by Kate Thayer, Kane County Chronicle (February 13, 2008)
- First Coast Diocese Sued for Ignoring Abuse, by Kristin Smith, First Coast News (February 13, 2008)
- Lauto Finanziamento. LA Chiesa Cattolica E Le Tasse Degli Italiani, in Radio Radicale (February 13, 2008)
- Lawsuit: Now-Deceased Priest Abused Boy, oin News4Jax (February 13, 2008)
- Former Ottawa Police Officer Slams Local Force's Investigation of Sexual Abuse Claim: Supt. Brian Skinner Says Cornwall's Probe of Allegations Was " Inept and Ineffective", in Standard Freeholder (February 13, 2008)
- Pins of Penance: Why Are Some Catholics Wearing Burlap This Lent? the Answer: Sex Abuse by Priests, by Shefali Kulkarni, Willamette Week (February 13, 2008)
- Pedophile Priest Paroled, out of Prison, on WBBM (February 13, 2008)
February 14
- Alaska Diocese to File for Bankruptcy, Associated Press (February 13, 2008)
- Catholic Diocese to File Bankruptcy, by Chris Eshleman, News-Miner (February 13, 2008)
- Fairbanks Diocese Plans to File for Bankruptcy, by Lisa Demer, Anchorage Daily News (February 13, 2008)
- New Hampshire Catholic Bishop John McCormack to Agree to the New Hampshire Attorney General's Request for a Fourth State Audit, in Voice of the Faithful (February 8, 2008)
- Former O'Gorman Student Sues Diocese: Sub Hedr in Here Two Deck in Here, by Josh Verges, Argus Leader (February 14, 2008)
- After Cardinal Connell's Faux Pas, What Can We Expect from Philosophy?, in Southern Star (February 16, 2008)
- Abuse Probe Weak: Officer, in Peterborough Examiner (February 14, 2008)
- Cop: Cornwall Probe Bungled from Start, by Trevor Pritchard, Ottawa Sun (February 14, 2008)
- Ex-Priest Convicted of Sexual Abuse Paroled, in Rockford Register Star (February 13, 2008)
- Kentucky Catholic Bishops Back Bill to Increase Sentences for Sex Offenders, by Hilary White, Lifesite (February 13, 2008)
- 2nd Lawsuit Filed against Priest, on WESH (February 13, 2008)
- Session at Diocese Offices Turns Tense: Man Who Filed Suit Confronts Church, by David Yonke, Toledo Blade (February 14, 2008)
- Fairbanks Catholic Diocese Filing for Bankruptcy, by Megan Baldino, KTUU (February 13, 2008)
- Sex Abuse Victims Want Payoff from Nun's Order, by Maudlyne Ihejirika, Chicago Sun-Times (February 14, 2008)
- Ex-Priest on Parole after Serving Time, by Steve Lord, Herald News (February 14, 2008)
- Diocesan Publication: Request Made to Defrock Priest, by Ann McGlynn, Quad-City Times (February 14, 2008)
- Catholic Church Complains about Bad Press, on swissinfo (February 14, 2008)
- Sister Maureen Asks: What about Accountability and Transparency in Wisconsin?, by Sister Maureen Paul Turlish, Voice from the Desert (February 14, 2008)
- Group Targets Sisters of Mercy, by Stephanie Gehring, Southtown Star (February 14, 2008)
- More on the Tom Doyle-Bill Casey Dialog, in Voice from the Desert (February 14, 2008)
- Diocese Makes Group for Abused Males, by Jack Poirier, Sarnia Observer (February 14, 2008)
- The Fairbanks Bishop Claims He's Protecting Church Assets. He's Not. He's Protecting His Reputation, in Survivors Network of Those Abused by Priests (February 14, 2008)
- Ruling: Fushek Will Get Jury Trial, by Nick R. Martin, East Valley Tribune (February 15, 2008)
- Court Finds Right to Jury Trial If Sex Offender Registry at Stake, Associated Press (February 14, 2008)
- Church Defrocks Philadelphia Priest, by Sam Wood, Philadelphia Inquirer (February 14, 2008)
- A Challenge to Mater Dei Apologists, by Gustavo Arellano, Orange County Weekly (February 14, 2008)
- Bernie Ward, " Sexfairy," and Damning Evidence, on SFist (February 14, 2008)
- Davenport Diocese Recommends Accused Priest Be Defrocked, in Courier (February 14, 2008)
- Local Priest Defrocked Following Sex Assault Investigation, on NBC 10 (February 14, 2008)
- Your Voice: Diocese Provides Another Lesson for Parishioners, by John Marshall Lee, Connecticut Post (February 12, 2008)
- Ex-Priest HIV Positive, in Times Record News (February 14, 2008)
- Catholic Diocese Officials Say Priest HIV Positive, Associated Press (February 14, 2008)
- Priest Accused of Abuse Is HIV Positive, Diocese Says, by Darren Barbee, Star-Telegram (February 14, 2008)
- Once Accused, Priest Reinstated, by Dan Horn, Cincinnati Enquirer (February 14, 2008)
- Priest in Indecency Case Reinstated, by Tom Beyerlein, Dayton Daily News (February 14, 2008)
- Diocese: Accused Priest Who Served in Fort Worth Has HIV, by Sam Hodges, Dallas Morning News (February 14, 2008)
- Police Seek Information on Alleged Sexual Abuse by Priest, in Post-Star (February 14, 2008)
February 15
- Vatican Reinstates Priest: Inquiry Finds No Merit in 3 Sex Abuse Accusations, by Dan Horn, Cincinnati Enquirer (February 15, 2008)
- Ex-Priest Faces 2nd Sex Case, by Andy Grimm, Post-Tribune (February 15, 2008)
- A Legacy of Misconduct, in Dallas Morning News (February 15, 2008)
- Fort Worth Diocese: Priest Accused of Sexual Abuse Is Hiv-Positive, by Brooks Egerton, Dallas Morning News (February 15, 2008)
- State Police Seeking Other Alleged Victims of NYC Priest, Associated Press, (February 15, 2008)
- Vatican Defrocks Phila. Priest over Abuse of Minors, by Sam Wood and Rita Giordano, Philadelphia Enquirer (February 15, 2008)
- Years after Abuse Complaints, Priest Defrocked, by Wendy Ruderman & William Bender, Philadelphia Daily News (February 15, 2008)
- Former R.I. Priest HIV Positive, in Providence Journal (February 15, 2008)
- Cornwall Cop Didn't Botch Sex Abuse Investigation, Witness Admits, by Trevor Pritchard, Ottawa Sun (February 15, 2008)
- Diocese: Priest Accused of Abuse Has HIV, Associated Press (February 14, 2008)
- Archdiocese Reinstates Controversial Priest after Vatican Ruling, in Beacon Journal (February 14, 2008)
- Diocese of Fairbanks to File for Bankruptcy, in Catholic News Agency (February 15, 2008)
- Witness Describes Torment by Pastor, by Jane Sims, London Free Press (February 15, 2008)
- Help Sought in Priest Inquiry: State Police Appeal to Public in Investigation of Brooklyn Cleric Who Is Accused of Sexual Abuse, in Albany Times Union (February 15, 2008)
- Accused Priest Has HIV, Says Diocese, by Darren Barbee, Star-Telegram (February 15, 2008)
- Davenport Bishop Wants Abusive Priest Defrocked, by Erin Jordan, Des Moines Register (February 15, 2008)
- Diocese Embraces a Familiar Role, in Quad-City Times (February 15, 2008)
- More Heartbreak at St. Michael, Diocese: Moynihan Live-In Relationship Revealed, by Patricia McCormack, Greenwich Citizen (February 15, 2008)
- Inside the IMs That Led to Bernie Ward's Arrest on Child Porn Charges, by Dan Noyes, Huffington Post (February 15, 2008)
- Texas Priest Accused of Sex Crimes Has HIV, in United Press International (February 15, 2008)
- Principal Says He Stole Money from School to Cope with Abuse, by Danielle Camilli, Burlington County Times (February 15, 2008)
- Diocese: Parishes Likely Would Have Lost Lawsuits, by Ann McGlynn, Quad-City Times (February 15, 2008)
- Delaware: Diocese Reaches Settlement in Priest Sex Abuse Lawsuit, by Randall Chase, Daily Times (February 15, 2008)
February 16
- Former R.I. Priest Tests Positive for HIV: Worcester Man Who Died of Aids Allegedly Was a Victim of Sexual Abuse, by Shaun Sutner, Telegram & Gazette (February 16, 2008)
- Phoenix Author Imagines Changed Catholic Church in America, by Lawn Griffiths, East Valley Tribune (February 16, 2008)
- Vatican Defrocks Priest Who Brought Boys to Sea Isle Home, by Brian Ianieri, Press of Atlantic City (February 16, 2008)
- Victim of Clergy Abuse Shares His Story, by Pat Bywater, The Meadville Tribune (February 15, 2008)
- Texas Diocese Settles Priest Abuse Suit, in Tri-City Herald (February 15, 2008)
- More Sex Abuse Allegations against Spokane Diocese Boys' Ranch, in Seattle Post-Intelligencer (February 15, 2008)
- Delaware: Diocese Reaches Settlement in Priest Sex Abuse Lawsuit, by Randall Chase, Daily Times (February 15, 2008)
- Wineke: Sadly, the Parishioners Pay, by Bill Wineke, Wisconsin State Journal (February 15, 2008)
- Dunlop Is Expected to Turn Himself in, by David Nesseth; Trevor Pritchard, Standard Freeholder (February 16, 2008)
- Benten Retreats, by Kathryn Jeffrey, Anglicat (February 15, 2008)
- Diocese Statement Called 'Misleading', by Ann McGlynn, Quad-City Times (February 16, 2008)
- Davenport Bishop Wants Abusive Priest Defrocked, by Erin Jordan, Des Moines Register (February 15, 2008)
- Falsely Accused Priests Are Also Victims, by Susan M. Frazier, Cincinnati Enquirer (February 16, 2008)
- Dominatrix Reported Bernie Ward, Police Say, by Henry K. Lee, San Francisco Chronicle (February 16, 2008)
- Diocese Responds to McParland Case, in The Herald (February 15, 2008)
- Theft Charges Dropped against Priests, but State Attorney Vows to Refile, by Susan Spencer-Wendel, Palm Beach Post (February 16, 2008)
- Theft Case against Delray Beach Priests Suspended for Time to Prepare, by Peter Franceschina And Nancy L. Othón, Sun-Sentinel (February 16, 2008)
- Abuse Lawsuit against Catholic Order Can Seek Punitive Damages, by Valerie Kalfrin, Tampa Tribune (February 14, 2008)
- Special: Former Iowa Man Talks about Time with Bishop Soens, Aftermath and Lawsuit, by Ann McGlynn, Quad-City Times (February 16, 2008)
- Special: Agitated Phone Calls in 2002 Launched Soens Investigation, by Ann McGlynn, Quad-City Times (February 16, 2008)
- Special: Paperwork Documents Soens Case, by Ann McGlynn, Quad-City Times (February 16, 2008)
- Finding the Rights Path, in Sunday Business Post (February 17, 2008)
- Accuser of Priests Agrees to Settle, by Darren Barbee, Fort Worth Star-Telegram (February 15, 2008)
February 17
- Extreme Makeover Home Edition Builds Priest Rape Crime Victim Rehab Centers, but in the End, It's All a Dream, or Is It..., by Kay Ebeling, City of Angels (February 16, 2008)
- Document Found in Church Sex Cases: An Insurance Policy Was Not in Diocesan Records, but in an Avondale Church., by Robert Boczkiewicz, Pueblo Chieftain (February 17, 2008)
- Haitian Pastor, Trinity Broadcasting Network at Odds on Hospital Project: After Abuse, Theft Claims, Government Tries to End Feud, by Carol J. Williams, Dallas Morning News (February 17, 2008)
- Tate Awaits Sentence, by Martin B. Cassidy, Greenwich Times (February 17, 2008)
- Globe Columnist Receives ASNE Award, in Boston Globe (February 17, 2008)
- Cultural and Sexual Victimisation of Canadian Aboriginals: Long before Laboratories and Official Psyops Projects Existed, Natives in the United States and Canada Were Victimised by Biological Warfare and Cultural Genocide. Targeting and Abusing Children for Subjugation Was Rampant., by Monica Davis, merinews (February 17, 2008)
- Diocese, Marianists to Learn Plaintiffs' Identities in Abuse Case, on KRDO (February 16, 2008)
- Rent a Priest: Service Allows Priests No Longer Involved in Parish Life to Perform Religious Celebrations Not Sanctioned by the Catholic Church, by Rena Fulka, Southtown Star (February 17, 2008)
- Italian Bishops Demand Actors Refuse to Take Part in Sex Scenes, by Robert Paul Reyes, American Chronicle (February 17, 2008)
- Shamed Monsignor Gets Job As Taxman: Shamed Priest's New Job with Taxman, by Charles Lavery, Sunday Mail (February 17, 2008)
- How Bishops Formed Strategy to Fight Claims of Child Abuse, by Dearbhail McDonald, Irish Independent (February 6, 2008)
- Vescovo, Esaminare Tema Celibato: Presidente Conferenza Episcopale Tedesca, Non E' Necessario, on ANSA (February 16, 2008)
- Trinity Fans Jeer Hits a Nerve, by Mark Hayward, New Hampshire Union Leader (February 16, 2008)
- I Vescovi Tedeschi Aprono a Unioni Gay E Ai Preti Sposati, by Andrea Tornielli, il Giornale (February 17, 2008)
- Oberster Deutscher Katholik Halt Zölibat Fur " Nicht Notwendig", in Der Spiegel (February 17, 2008)
February 18
- Former Ontario Police Officer Surrenders: Perry Dunlop's Wife Tells Supporters Husband Is a Whistleblower Who Tried to Protect Children from Pedophiles, by Bill Cleverley, Times Colonist (February 18, 2008)
- Ex-Cop Taken Away by Mounties: Man Refuses to Testify at Ont. Pedophile Probe, in Province (February 18, 2008)
- Church Spreads Word about Hiv Priest Accused of Sexual Misconduct, by Monika Diaz, WFAA (February 17, 2008)
- Cleric Wrote Letter of Support for Sex Offender, by Sean McCarthaigh, Irish Examiner (February 18, 2008)
- Names of Plaintiffs in Sex-Abuse Case to Be Released, in Denver Post (February 18, 2008)
- Catholic Diocese Sees Financial Gain, by Chris Dettro, State Journal-Review (February 18, 2008)
- Men Claim Physical Abuse at Defunct School, in North Bay Nugget (February 18, 2008)
- Police Admit Failings over Child Abuse Investigation, in Birmingham Mail (February 18, 2008)
- Priest Held for Robbery, on iafrica (February 18, 2008)
- To the Anonymous, Mater Dei-Loving Faxing Coward, by Gustavo Arellano, Orange County Weekly (February 18, 2008)
February 19
- Ex-Burlco Principal: Thefts Prompted by Abuse As Teen, by Sam Wood and Troy Graham, Philadelphia Inquirer (February 19, 2008)
- Priest Convicted on Sex Charges, by Nick Clark, Village Voice (February 19, 2008)
- Director: Man 'Highly Recommended', by Patricia Breakey, Daily Star (February 19, 2008)
- Media Exaggerated Coverage of Abuse Cases in the Church, Says Cardinal Hummes, in Catholic News Agency (February 18, 2008)
- New German Catholic Church Chief Stirs up Traditions, in Deutche Welle (February 19, 2008)
- Catholic Priest Faces Child Sex Abuse Charges, in Evening Leader (February 19, 2008)
- Priest Defrocked: It's Not Better Late, Editorial in Philadelphia Inquirer (February 19, 2008)
- Principal's Theft " Indefensible," Diocese Says, by Sam Wood and Troy Graham, Philadelphia Inquirer (February 19, 2008)
- Calvert Hall President Opposes Extending Statute of Limitations on Lawsuits, by Bryan P. Sears, Towson Times (February 19, 2008)
- Former Espanola Priest Facing Additional Sex Charges, by Rosalind Raby, Mid-North Monitor (February 19, 2008)
- Former Priest Pleads Guilty to Indecent Assault; Da: He Served in Milton, Stoughton Parishes, by Don Conkey, Patriot Ledger (February 19, 2008)
- Sex Abuse Law in Maryland Flawed, in Catholic League (February 19, 2008)
- Priest's Alleged Abuse Victim Breaks down in Court, by Terry Morgan, This is Lancashire (February 19, 2008)
- German Archbishop's Statement on Priest Celibacy Sparks Controversy, by Vittorio Hernandez, AHN (February 19, 2008)
- Man Tells of Priest's 'Sex Abuse', on BBC News (February 19, 2008)
- In a Face-Off with Authority, Polish Priest Stands to Be Defrocked, by Jeannette Cooperman, National Catholic Reporter (February 22, 2008)
- Former Secretary at St. Aloysius Elementary School Charged with Theft; Audit Shows $49,173 Stolen from School, by Edward Lewis, Times Leader (February 19, 2008)
- God Help You in Afterlife, 'Abuse' Priest Told, in Fleetwood Today (February 20, 2008)
- Priest Denies Sexual Abuse, by Paul Britton, Manchester Evening News (February 19, 2008)
- The Sisters' Story Retold, by Marlene Sweeney, National Catholic Reporter (February 22, 2008)
- Bill Will Extend Child Sex Abuse Civil Suits, by Barbara Pash, Baltimore Jewish Times (February 18, 2008)
- A Record Broken, a Promise Kept, by Gustavo Arellano, Orange County Weekly (February 19, 2008)
February 20
- 'Legal Legends' to Be Honored Saturday by St. Louis Argus, by Deb Peterson, St. Louis Post-Dispatch (February 20, 2008)
- Pastor Pleads Not Guilty to Child Sex Crimes, on KOAM (February 20, 2008)
- Enough Already: Dunlop Must Testify, by Kelly Egan, Ottawa Citizen (February 20, 2008)
- Meredith Priest on Child Porn Charges, by Daniel Breen, Geelong Advertiser (February 20, 2008)
- Crisis of Faith, in To the Point (February 18, 2008)
- Former Bishop Denies Fraud Charges, by George Conger, Religious Intelligence (February 20, 2008)
- Neighbors Unaware of Priest's Past, by Ben Finley, Bucks County Courier Times (February 20, 2008)
- Fighting Church Closings a Tough Task, by Jay Tokasz, Buffalo News (February 20, 2008)
- Former Priest Rodis to Be Sentenced Today, in Richmond Times-Dispatch (February 20, 2008)
- [Update] Speaker Mulls Scrapping of Church's Tax Privilege: Golez Sees Notion As 'Veiled Threat', by Maila Ager, Inquirer (February 20, 2008)
- Diocese on No Moral High Ground, by Carol Dunn, Winona Daily News (February 20, 2008)
- Rogers Priest Guilty of One Count in Retrial of Sex-Abuse Case: He Was Accused of Abusing His Position by Having Sex with Two Parishioners, at One Point Telling One That Her Dead Mother Spoke to Him and Said They Should Be Together, by Rochelle Olson, Minneapolis Star Tribune (February 20, 2008)
- Priest Sues Manchester Diocese, Bishop, by Matt C. Abbott, Renew America (February 20, 2008)
- Remembering Father Kunz: On March 4, It Will Be Ten Years since the Murder of Father Alfred Kunz. The Case Remains Unsolved, by Matt C. Abbott, Spero News (February 20, 2008)
- Principal Jailed for Stealing from Catholic School: Court Rejects Abuse Claim As Reason for Embezzlement, by Linda Stein, The Times (February 20, 2008)
- Wrestling Coach Fired over Alleged Incident, by Ben Meritt, Daily Journal (February 20, 2008)
- Church Choir Director Hired a Pedophile, Prosecutors Say, in New York Times (February 20, 2008)
- House Mulls Canceling Church's Tax Privileges, in Sun.Star (February 21, 2008)
- Priest Porn Charges: Archbishop Accepts Resignation, by Daniel Breen, Geelong Advertiser (February 21, 2008)
- Philip Anthony Magaldi: A Case Study of Sexual Abuse, by Leon J. Podles, Leon J. Podles (February 20, 2008)
- Panel Backs Tougher Penalties for Abuse, by Peter Smith, Courier-Journal (February 20, 2008)
- Rogers, Hassan Former Priest Found Guilty on Retrial of Sex-Abuse Case, in Star News (February 20, 2008)
- After Parole, Ex-Priest Campobello Moves to McHenry County, by Geri Nikolai, Rockford Register Star (February 20, 2008)
- Former Cornwall Officer's Contempt Hearing Delayed, in Ottawa Citizen (February 20, 2008)
- House Panel Approves Measure to Toughen Child Sexual Abuse Laws, Associated Press (February 20, 2008)
- StL Priest Sex Abuse Case Settled, Associated Press (February 20, 2008)
- Former Priest May Serve 51 Months on Federal Counts: Rodney Rodis to Be Sentenced Tomorrow, by Ellen Biltz, Free Lance-Star (February 20, 2008)
- Executive Committee Still Studying Feasibility of Clergy Sex-Offender Database, by Bob Allen, Ethics Daily (February 20, 2008)
February 21
- Order Settles Suit with Man Claiming Priest Abuse, Associated Press (February 21, 2008)
- Priest's Victim Glad He Spoke up, 0n ABC News (February 21, 2008)
- Priest Gets 2 Years for Child Porn, Abuse, CTK in Prague Daily Monitor (February 21, 2008)
- Group Blasts Diocese for Handling of Sex Abuse Complaints, by Steve Urbon, Standard-Times (February 21, 2008)
- Dunlop Locked up for 14 Days, by Trevor Pritchard and Brian Gray, Standard Freeholder (February 20, 2008)
- Bill Toughens Penalties for Sexual Abusers: Most Offenses Would Be Felonies, by Peter Smith, Courier-Journal (February 21, 2008)
- Queen Asked to Apologize for Residential Schools, by Alexandra Paul, Winnipeg Free Press (February 21, 2008)
- Ex-Cop Dunlop Says He Doesn't Have the Heart to Face Grilling at Sex Abuse Inquiry, in Canadian Press (February 21, 2008)
- Group Alleges That De Pere Ministry Protected Pedophile Priest, on WCCO (February 21, 2008)
- 'I'm Sorry' Simple Words Not Often Heard, in Morning Sentinel (February 14, 2008)
- Abuse Group Calls Again for Priest's Prosecution: Documents Show Assaults Occurred in 1984 at the Abbey, by Andy Nelesen, Green Bay Press-Gazette (February 21, 2008)
- Brazilian Priests Ask Pope to Remove Celibacy Requirement, on AGI (February 21, 2008)
- Diocese Shake-Up?: Local Churches May Merge under New Recommendation, by Tim Zatzariny Jr., Daily Journal (February 21, 2008)
- Mercy Sought for Rodis, by Frank Green, Richmond Times-Dispatch (February 21, 2008)
- Church Closure Decisions Coming Next Year: Local Parishes to Make Recommendations to Panel, Bishop Hubbard, by Jill Bryce, Daily Gazette (February 21, 2008)
- Catholic Marianists Settle Lawsuit Alleging Abuse by Former Fort Worth and Denton Priest, by Sam Hodges, Dallas Morning News (February 20, 2008)
- Suspended Priest's Anger at Bishop, by Graham Huband, Courier (February 20, 2008)
- Catholic Diocese to Close Two Parishes in Pueblo, by Marvin Read, Pueblo Chieftain (February 21, 2008)
- How to Solve the Appalling Problem of Child Sex Abuse: Why Catholic Priest Andrew Greeley Is Very Wrong to Suggest Church Self-Policing Is the Answer, by Marci Hamilton, FindLaw (February 21, 2008)
- Diocese to Inform Former Students about Priest, by Darren Barbee, Fort Worth Star-Telegram (February 21, 2008)
- US Prosecutors Drop Charges against Kilkenny Priest, in Kilkenny Advertiser (February 21, 2008)
- Bishop Hits Back in Priest Row, in Evening Telegraph (February 21, 2008)
- Father John Haines Quits St Joseph's College after Child Sex Charges, by Daniel Breen, Geelong Advertiser (February 22, 2008)
- Sex Case Man Acquitted, by Rehana Zeria, Evening Courier (February 22, 2008)
- Cosponsor of Statute of Limitation Bill Speaks out, by George P. Matysek Jr., Catholic Review (February 22, 2008)
- Petey Callahan Bilks Oc Catholics but Good, by Gustavo Arellano, Orange County Weekly (February 21, 2008)
- Baptism by Fire, by Elizabeth Ulrich, Nashville Scene (February 21, 2008)
- Would Tod Tamberg Say That? Catholic Pr Spin Machine Works Overtime on the Internet, by Kay Ebeling, City of Angels (February 21, 2008)
- Catholics Fight Bill on Abuse: Calvert Hall on E-Mail Campaign, by Bryan P. Sears, Jeffersonian (February 21, 2008)
- Former Priest Rodis Sentenced to 63 Months, in Richmond Times-Dispatch (February 22, 2008)
- Former Priest Sentenced on Fraud, Money-Laundering Charges, on WDBJ (February 21, 2008)
- Catholics Petition to Save Churches, by Kent Jackson, Republican & Herald (February 21, 2008)
February 22
- SNAP Raps Fall River Diocese on Abuse Allegations, by Gloria Labounty, Sun Chronicle (February 22, 2008)
- Portland Man from Nampa Suing Lds & Boy Scouts, on KTRV (February 22, 2008)
- 'Deeply Ashamed' Tate Sentenced to Five and a Half Years, by Ken Borsuk, Greenwich Post (February 22, 2008)
- Mormons, Boy Scouts Targets of New Suit: Abuse Alleged - The Plaintiff Is the Seventh Portland Man to Sue the Boy Scouts, by Peter Zuckerman, Oregonian Staff (February 22, 2008)
- Choir's Ex-Director Sentenced: Church's Musical Leader Gets 5.5 Years in Prison in Child Porn Case, Associated Press (February 22, 2008)
- Accuser Files Sex Abuse Lawsuit, Associated Press (February 22, 2008)
- Diocese Selling 4 City Churches, in Business Journal (February 22, 2008)
- Court Documents Reveal Altar Boy's Ordeal, by Stephanie Barry, Republican (February 21, 2008)
- DA Releases Documents Related to 1972 Unsolved Altar Boy Slaying, Associated Press (February 22, 2008)
- Priest Back in Court on Sexual Assault Charges, in Northern Life (February 21, 2008)
- 'Repeated Abuse' by Priest, by Paul Britton, Manchester Evening News (February 22, 2008)
- For Local Catholics, Time of Tribulation: In Hindsight, His Remarks Seem Prophetic., in Republican & Herald (February 22, 2008)
- Reconsider Closing of 4 Town Churches, in Republican & Herald (February 22, 2008)
- Va. Priest Sentenced in Donation Theft, by Zinie Chen Sampson, Associated Press (February 22, 2008)
- Ex-Priest Gets 63 Months: Judge Gives Former Priest Five Years in Prison for Embezzlement, by Ellen Biltz, Free Lance-Star (February 22, 2008)
- Ex-Priest's Suit Makes Porn Claim, by Garry Rayno, New Hampshire Union Leader (February 22, 2008)
- SNAP Leaders Ask Patterson to Apologize for 'Evil-Doers' Remark, by Bob Allen, Ethics Daily (February 22, 2008)
- Woman: Dunlop Needs to Follow in the Footsteps of Others Who Have Bared It All on the Stand, by Trevor Pritchard, Standard Freeholder (February 22, 2008)
- Collegeville / Group Decries Defrocked Priest's Visit, by David Hanners, Pioneer Press (February 21, 2008)
- Ex-Priest Gets Four Years for Sexually Assaulting Children, in Irish Independent (February 22, 2008)
- Willington Pastor Suspended As Two Parishes Yoked, by Kym Soper, Journal Inquirer (February 13, 2008)
- Diocese Decision Leaves Bolton Parish Temporarily without Pastor, by Kym Soper, Journal Inquirer (February 16, 2008)
- Diocese Denies Suspending Willington Pastor, by Kym Soper, Journal Inquirer (February 20, 2008)
- Clergy Abuse Victim Donates Settlement Money, on WISN (February 21, 2008)
- D.A.: Croteau Case Frustrates Investigators, by Buffy Spencer, Republican (February 22, 2008)
- Exonerated Priest Returned to Ministry, in Catholic Telegraph (February 22, 2008)
- Diocese Issues Statement on Abusive Priest, in Rhode Island Catholic (February 21, 2008)
- Abuse Advocacy Group Wants a Stronger Response from the Church, by Grant Welker, Wicked Local (February 22, 2008)
- Appeal against Conviction for False Accusation Fails, on One in Four (February 22, 2008)
February 23
- Priest Honored for Work Helping Clergy Fill Roles: Book Calls on Them to Work More Closely Together, by Peter Smith, Courier-Journal (February 23, 2008)
- Bishop's Lack of Good Judgment Outrageous, by Brian Heath, Kennebec Journal (February 23, 2008)
- Psych Tests for Man Who Sexually Abused Daughter, by Kevin Martin, Calgary Sun (February 23, 2008)
- DA Releases Documents Related to 1972 Unsolved Altar Boy Slaying, by Stephanie Reitz, Examiner (February 22, 2008)
- Church Closings a New Chapter in Sad History, by Marvin Read, Pueblo Chieftain (February 23, 2008)
- Justice Sought in Croteau Case, by Buffy Spencer, Republican (February 23, 2008)
- Firm: Keep St. Ann's As Freeland's Church, by Tom Ragan, Standard Speaker (February 23, 2008)
- Two Endwell Parishes to Become One: Pastors of Both Plan to Retire This Year, by William Moyer, Press & Sun-Bulletin (February 18, 2008)
- Vatican Defrocks Convicted Priest Donald McGuire, by Karoun Demirjian, Chicago Tribune (February 23, 2008)
- Fleecing the Sheep: Crooked Rodney Rodis Deserved the Maximum Sentence He Received for Fleecing the Faithful, in Free Lance-Star (February 23, 2008)
- New Documents Released in Decades Old Murder, by Matt DeLucia, CBS 3 (February 22, 2008)
- Catholic Churches Must Decide Future, by Gabe Osterhout, WBNG (February 22, 2008)
- Diocese Sells School Site to the Irvine Co., by Mike Freeman, Union-Tribune (February 23, 2008)
- I Voted for Obama. Will I Go Straight To. . . ?, by Joe Feuerherd, Washington Post (February 24, 2008)
- Attack of the Bishops: What Happens When You Advocate for Sex Crime Victims in the Catholic Church in Geneva, Illinois, by Kay Ebeling, City of Angels (February 23, 2008)
February 24
- Rev. James Curry Had Faced a Separate Rape Allegation: Though No Criminal Charges Were Brought, Civil Lawsuit Details Claims, by Joe Wojtas, Day (February 24, 2008)
- Lawsuit Accuses Ex-Priest of Abuse: Rev. Curry of Groton, Who Died in 1986, Allegedly Raped Young Girl, by Joe Wojtas, Day (February 24, 2008)
- Workshop on Sexuality, Celibacy and Boundary Violations, by John Tharakan, Don Bosco India (February 23, 2008)
- Tate's Apology at Sentencing Prompts Questions, by Martin B. Cassidy, Advocate (February 24, 2008)
- Speaker to Address Behavior Problems, in Billings Gazette (February 23, 2008)
- Priest Flees with Bride ; Exclusive 'Ill' Father and His Partner Run Pub in Spain, by Charles Lavery, Red Orbit (February 24, 2008)
- Church Accepts Convicted Pedophile Priest into Choir, by Tanya Chilcott and Alison Sandy, Courier Mail (February 24, 2008)
- Fewer Priests for Local Catholics: Lewiston's Catholic Congregations Combine under a Single Name, the " Prince of Peace" Parish, by Daniel Hartill, Sun Journal (February 24, 2008)
- Shamed Cleric Joseph Creegan in Battle to Keep Flat, in Sunday Mail (February 24, 2008)
- Our View - Sunday, in Colorado Springs Gazette (February 24, 2008)
- 'Ill' Priest and Secret Partner Run Pub in Spain, by Charles Lavery, Sunday Mail (February 24, 2008)
- Why Wasn't He Stopped?, by Hilary Waldman and Daniel P. Jones, Hartford Courant (February 24, 2008)
- St. John Bosco Holds Final Mass, by Shirley West, Observer (February 24, 2008)
- Norwich Diocese Faces Another Sexual Abuse Lawsuit, in Newsday (February 24, 2008)
- Vizcaya Priest Finally Charged for Kissing, Biting GRO's Lips, by Charlie Lagasca, ABS-CBN (February 25, 2008)
- Father Haley's Cryptic Message; SNAP Director Writes Cardinal Maida, by Matt C. Abbott, Renew America (February 24, 2008)
- Jesuits Defrock Priest Who Abused 2 Boys, by Monifa Thomas, Chicago Sun-Times (February 24, 2008)
- Church Hears Evidence in Child Sex Case, in Brisbane Times (February 25, 2008)
- Priest Runs Pub with Divorcee, by David Clegg, Courier (February 25, 2008)
- McGuire Removed from Priesthood, on ABC 7 (February 24, 2008)
February 25
- Dealing with the Demons, by Andrew Hanon, Edmonton Sun (February 25, 2008)
- Faithful Must Make Church Change Its Ways, by David Clohessy, Philadelphia Inquirer (February 25, 2008)
- Local Parish Fine Despite Church Scandal, by LaToya Dennis, WUMW (February 25, 2008)
- Biloxi Bishop Sends Letter to St. Paul's Parishioners Asking Them to Drop Lawsuit, by Don Culpepper, WLOX (February 25, 2008)
- Abuse Led Church's Female Assistant Pastor to Enter Priesthood, by Shelby Parker, Northumberland Today (February 25, 2008)
- Greenwich Church Hopes to Restore 'Circle of Trust', by Hoa Nguyen, Advocate (February 25, 2008)
- Church Is Paying a High Price for Its Celibacy Rule, by John Cooney, Irish Independent (February 25, 2008)
- Graphic List of Abuse to Settle Claims: Complex System of Determining Payment Seen As Necessary to Manage Huge Number of Complaints by Former Residential-School Students, by Katherine O'Neill, Globe and Mail (February 25, 2008)
- Sex-Offender Law Ignores Real Harm, by Sarah Tofte, Philadelphia Inquirer (February 25, 2008)
- Watchdog Group Concerned That Accused Priests Not Being Watched Closely Enough, by Jennifer O'Neill, WBBM (February 25, 2008)
- Commissioner to Rule on Mandate Change for Cornwall Sex Abuse Inquiry, on CBC (February 25, 2008)
- Church Sex Abuse Dispute Erupts, by Bill Bishop, Register-Guard (February 25, 2008)
- Connecticut: Former Music Director Sentenced on Child Pornography Charge, by Lisa B. Hamilton, Episcopal Life (February 25, 2008)
- Cameroon: Priest Accused of Mismanaging Harvest Thanksgiving Fund, by Kini Nsom, Leocadia Bongben & Edith Wirdze, allAfrica (February 25, 2008)
- Priest Dismisses Sexual Abuse Allegations, in Fleetwood Weekly News (February 26, 2008)
- Calif Woman Sentenced for Allowing Son to Be Sexually Abused, in San Francisco Chronicle (February 25, 2008)
- Young Sex-Abuse Victims Need Extension of Time for Suits, by Paula Ruddy, MinnPost (February 25, 2008)
- Ex-Priest Probed over Abuse Claim, on BBC News (February 25, 2008)
- Many Americans Switch Religious Denominations, Study Finds, by Jane Lampman, Christian Science Monitor (February 26, 2008)
- Student Testifies of Bizarre Abuse: Teacher Plucked Pupils' Hair with Pliers, Court Told, by Jane Sims, Chronicle Herald (February 25, 2008)
February 26
- E. Bay Priest Reinstated after Sex Abuse Probe, on CBS 5 (February 25, 2008)
- Oakland Diocese Reinstates Priest Accused of Sexual Misconduct, on KTVU (February 25, 2008)
- John Doe Lawsuits Allege Sexual Abuse by Priests Years Ago, by Joe Lambe, Kansas City Star (February 25, 2008)
- Disconnect between Pew, Pulpit, by Jennifer L.W. Fink, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (February 25, 2008)
- Ex-City Cop Won't Testify, by Trevor Pritchard, Standard Freeholder (February 25, 2008)
- In Painful Retrospect, in Hartford Courant (February 26, 2008)
- Back in Court, by Lauren Hall, WTAP (February 25, 2008)
- Marist Faces 'Dozens' of Claims, by Victor Violante, Canberra Times (February 26, 2008)
- Sex Trial Priest 'Wanted to Help', by Andy Russell, Manchester Evening News (February 26, 2008)
- Anglican Dean Quit Catholic Church 'Over Celibacy Rules', by John Cooney, Irish Independent (February 26, 2008)
- Catholic Diocese to Shutter 4 Churches: Cambria City School Also Will Be Closed, by Susan Evans, Tribune-Democrat (February 26, 2008)
- A Look at Diocese's Long Struggle with Closures, by Susan Evans, Tribune-Democrat (February 26, 2008)
- Monk Was Arrested in Sex Sting Here, by John Andrew Prime, Shreveport Times (February 26, 2008)
- VOTF 2008 Election Results, in Voice of the Faithful (February 26, 2008)
- South Australian 'Sex Abuser' Held in Jakarta, by Sean Fewster, Adelaide Now (February 26, 2008)
- Faith Is Fluid to Many in US: Nearly Half Have Switched or Left, by Eric Gorski, Cincinnati Enquirer (February 26, 2008)
- Archdiocese Deal Breaking down in Dispute over Documents, by Pete Springer, OPB News (February 25, 2008)
- Bussman Found Guilty of Sexual Misconduct, in Star News (February 26, 2008)
- Who's Watching the Collection Plate?, by Steve Metsch, Southtown Star (February 24, 2008)
- Americans Spurn Church As Land of Evangelicals Loses Its Christian Faith, by Richard Luscombe, Scotsman (February 24, 2008)
- Trinity Baptist Faces Court in Octobertrinity Baptist Faces Court in October, by Jeannie Blaylock, First Coast News (February 25, 2008)
- Priest Arrested in Jakarta over Child Sex Charges, by Geoff Thompson, ABC News (February 27, 2008)
- Parishioners Upset about Priest Investigation, by Denise Koch, WJZ (February 26, 2008)
February 27
- Meeting Irks Backers of Beset Priest, by Michael Hill, Baltimore Sun (February 27, 2008)
- Festival Rolls out Red Carpet to Draw More Film Business to Salem, by Chris Cassidy, Salem News (February 27, 2008)
- State Inmate Gets Probation in Extortion Case, by Sandra K. Reabuck, Tribune-Democrat (February 26, 2008)
- Oakland Diocese Reinstates Accused Priest, by Barbara Grady, San Jose Mercury News (February 27, 2008)
- Timeline: the Silmser Investigation, in Standard Freeholder (February 27, 2008)
- Former Cop's Psychologist Should Testify: Attorney, by Trevor Pritchard, Standard Freeholder (February 27, 2008)
- Vatican Ruling Bad News for Parish-Closing Opponents: O'Malley Supported in Rejected Appeal, by Michael Paulson, Boston Globe (February 27, 2008)
- Diocese Says Grand Jury Has Cleared Piscataway Priest of Sexual Misconduct, in Home News Tribune (February 27, 2008)
- When Child's Plea Goes Unheard; Another Pedophile May Go Free, by Susan Campbell, Hartford Courant (February 27, 2008)
- Polygamist Leader Faces Ariz. Charges, Associated Press (February 27, 2008)
- New Book on Warren Jeffs' Polygamy Sect Provides Insight into Lives of Women Enslaved by Fundamentalist Group, by Kelly Taylor, PR-inside (February 27, 2008)
- HS Honcho Gets Boot: Pix on His Computer Sparked Ouster, by Dan Mangan, New York Post (February 27, 2008)
- Churches: St. Mary's Appeals Merger; All Saints Administrator Named, in Lockport Union-Sun & Journal (February 27, 2008)
- Did Church Act Responsibly on Ex-Abusers? Yes: Church Has Safeguards in Place, in Duluth News Tribune (February 22, 2008)
- Priest Can't Be Prosecuted for Failing to Report Abuse, by Mark Buttler, Herald Sun (February 28, 2008)
- Inmate Pleads Guilty to Extortion Involving Prison Chaplain, Associated Press (February 27, 2008)
- National View: Shedding Light on Abusers Is Key to Protecting Children, by Kristine Ward, Duluth News Tribune (February 27, 2008)
- Ex-Coventry Priest in Sex Abuse Probe, by Emma Stone, icCoventry (February 27, 2008)
- Anonymous Keeps Tapping the Keys, and Rocky Hits Home Harder on His Webcast, As the Comments Saga Here and Attacks on Advocates in Illinois Continue, by Kay Ebeling, City of Angels (February 27, 2008)
- Bill Would Extend Deadline for Sex Abuse Lawsuits, by Bryan P. Sears, Baltimore Messenger (February 27, 2008)
- Vatican Won't Block Parish Merger, in Business First (February 27, 2008)
- Priest Charged with Sex Abuse in Montgomery County, in Daily Gazette (February 27, 2008)
- Plea Deal Reached in Sk Pastor Sex Abuse Case, by Josh Farley, Kitsap Sun (February 27, 2008)
- Sexual Abuse Bill to Cover Church Cases: Legislation Takes Aim at Immunity, Statute of Limitations for Offenders, by Christina Wallace, Metro (February 27, 2008)
- Priest Charged in Child Molesting Case, by David Filkins, Albany Times Union (February 27, 2008)
- Bankruptcy Court to Mull Release of More Sex Abuse Documents, in Catholic Sentinel (February 29, 2008)
- Our Opinion: a Criminal Abuse of Power, in Patriot Ledger (February 27, 2008)
- Syracuse Diocese Priest Accused of Abuse in Montgomery County, by Renee K. Gadoua, Post-Standard (February 27, 2008)
February 28
- Police: Priest Abused Kids: Authorities Fear 4 from Family Not the Only Victims, by Steven Cook, Daily Gazette (February 28, 2008)
- Priest Accused of Child Molestation: State Police Allege Man Was Acting As Family's " Spiritual Adviser" When He Abused Four Kids, by David Filkins, Albany Times Union (February 28, 2008)
- Priest Denies Indecent Acts, in This is Lancashire (February 28, 2008)
- Priest Arrested for Abusing Children in Montgomery County, on WNYT (February 27, 2008)
- Priest Arrested in Massena, on News 10 Now (February 27, 2008)
- Police Charge Priest with Sex Abuse, on WSYR (February 27, 2008)
- City Lawyer Decides Not to Return to Inquiry, by Trevor Pritchard, Standard Freeholder (February 27, 2008)
- Pastor Guilty of Child Abuse: Leader of Kitsap Group Enters Plea, by Claudia Rowe, Seattle Post-Intelligencer (February 27, 2008)
- Priest Who Abused Boy Loses Court Appeal, in February 28, 2008 (February 28, 2008)
- Sarah Hofius Hall, in Citizens Voice (February 27, 2008)
- Priest Charged with Abuse, on Capital News 9 (February 28, 2008)
- Bronx Catholic School Principal Blames Smear Campaign for His Ouster, by Erin Einhorn, New York Daily News (February 28, 2008)
- Bullying, Harassment, Intimidation Continue to This Day at St. Peter, Geneva, Illinois -- Comment from Integrity, by Kay Ebeling, City of Angels (February 28, 2008)
- Catholic Principal Was Fired over Photos, Official Says, by Cara Buckley, New York Times (February 28, 2008)
- 'Diocese Let School Big Slide', by Dan Mangan, New York Post (February 28, 2008)
- Catholic Priest Arrested in Massena: Felony Charges: Nicholville Resident Is Accused of Having Sexual Contact with at Least Four Children, by Chris Garifo, Watertown Daily Times (February 28, 2008)
- Catholic Priest Jailed on Accusations of Sexual Abuse, on WTEN (February 28, 2008)
- Appeal Date for Vicar, in Whitby Gazette (February 28, 2008)
- Gilyard's Former Counselor Speaks, on Fox 30 (February 28, 2008)
- Court Allows Sex Abuse Charges in St. Columbkille's Case, by Jessica M. Smith, Wicked Local (February 28, 2008)
- Vatican Approves Church Merger, by Chris Caya, WNED (February 28, 2008)
- Parishioners of St. Frances Cabrini Seek Control of Church Property, by Kaitlin Keane, Patriot Ledger (February 28, 2008)
- House Backs Tougher Sex-Abuse Penalties, by Peter Smith, Courier-Journal (February 28, 2008)
- Oregon Attorney Challenges Portland Archdiocese over Documents, Associated Press (February 28, 2008)
- Former Shelby County Youth Minister Receives Suspended Sentence for Child Molestation, in Macon Chronicle (February 28, 2008)
February 29
- Woman Alleges Sexual Abuse against Former Salesian High Clergyman, by Scott Marshall, San Jose Mercury News (February 28, 2008)
- Religious Order Says Time Ran out for Abuse Victim, by Virginia Young, St. Louis Post-Dispatch (February 29, 2008)
- Church to Decide Sex Abuse Priest's Fate, in The Age (February 29, 2008)
- Priests Seek Ouster of Bishop: Nikolai Soraich Says He's Surprised at Allegations of Abuse, Intimidation, by Lisa Demer, Anchorage Daily News (February 29, 2008)
- House OKs Tougher Sex-Offender Penalties: Bill's Sponsor Describes Father's Abuse by Priest, by Peter Smith, Courier-Journal (February 29, 2008)
- Suit against Priest to Involve Church Officials, by Dave Altimari, Hartford Courant (February 29, 2008)
- Sex Abuse Statute of Limitations Considered by Mo. Supreme Court, by Alan Scher Zagier, Belleville News Democrat (February 29, 2008)
- 'Cardinal' Sin: 10g for Furniture, by Dan Mangan, New York Post (February 29, 2008)
- Commentary - Marci A. Hamilton: Killing Abuse Suit Bill Puts Children at Risk, by Marci A. Hamilton, Examiner (February 29, 2008)
- " I Had to Let the Process Run Its Course" Following Three-Year Investigation, Oakland Bishop Reinstates Priest Once Accused of Molesting Minor, in California Catholic Daily (February 29, 2008)
- Hearing Held to See If Retired Priest Can Stand Trial: Alleged Child Sexual Assaults Go Back 20 Years, by Gary V. Murray, Telegram & Gazette (February 29, 2008)
- Vatican Rejects Appeal of Lowell Parish Closure, by Christine Williams, Pilot (February 29, 2008)
- Holy Trinity Anglican Church Sweeps Priest's Sins under Carpet, by Alison Sandy, Courier Mail (February 29, 2008)
- Cardinal Hayes Principal Forced out of Other Catholic School Earlier in Career, by Erin Einhorn, New York Daily News (February 29, 2008)
- Tom Economus Would Be 52 Years Old Today, Feb. 29, an Unusual Birthday for an Unusual Man, by Kay Ebeling, City of Angels (February 29, 2008)
- Breslin Announces Retirement, in Catholic Explorer (February 29, 2008)
- Priest Accused of Sex Abuse Posts Bail, by Eric Reinagel, Press & Sun-Bulletin (February 29, 2008)
- On the Death of Legion of Christ Founder Fr. Marcial Maciel, by Carolyn Disco, In the Vineyard (February 28, 2008)
- Priest Cleared of Sex Abuse Charges, in Chester Evening Leader (March 1, 2008)
- Not Guilty - Priest Cleared of Indecency Charges, by Terry Morgan, This is Lancashire (February 29, 2008)
- Extension for Sex-Abuse Victims Fails Again, by Jaime Malarkey, Examiner (February 28, 2008)
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