Ireland
Archbishop speaks of clerical abuse impact
Wednesday, 29 September 2004 14:21
The Archbishop of Dublin, Dr Diarmuid Martin, has said the full dimensions of clerical abuse scandals may still not have emerged.
In a speech to the National Conference of Priests in Dromantine, Co Down, last night, Dr Martin said more than one generation had been, in effect, unchurched.
He added that the power-seeking priest would find very little echo in the hearts of young faith-seekers.
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Dr Martin also said openness should replace much of the secrecy surrounding the appointments of clergy in the Catholic Church.
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