ERIE (PA)
YourErie.com
August 21, 2018
By Syeda Abbas
The Survivor’s Network of those Abused by Priests (SNAP) wants the Diocese of Erie to continue open communication regarding sexual abuse in the Catholic church.
At first, SNAP members waited across the street from the diocese offices to meet with the news media, but they were surprised to be invited onto church property, signaling to them that Bishop Lawrence Persico was more than willing to have an open discussion.
Judy Jones, SNAP Midwest Regional Leader, says, “well, I know that victims are very excited that the report was released. I got involved with SNAP 16 years ago; my brother was sexually abused by our long-time parish priest…”
Supporters and survivors held signs against sexual abuse. Survivors shared their stories about abuse and how it affected their lives.
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