Four lives touched by the tragedy of sexual abuse, and betrayed trust.
Mary Ellen chose to record her own story by herself. Today she is an advocate for victims of sexual abuse in honor of her son, Stephen. She is active in the Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests and Voice Of The Faithful.
Anne recorded her story at home with the assistance of her roommate, Mary. Anne actively seeks healing through counseling and has received emotional support from SNAP.
Tim recorded his own story. After Tim demanded his apology, many others received their long awaited apologies from the Archdiocese.
Carol was interviewed by Tim for this report. Tim was abused by Carol's brother, Norman. When Tim brought criminal charges against Norman, Carol supported Tim and helped him deliver a final message to Norman before his death. Together, they held a press conference which encouraged more of Norman's victims to come forward and seek the help they need to heal. Carol has written a book about her experience.
Thanks to all the reporters who contributed to this report.
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when will the brain washed people of the catholic church realize their church is run by a bunch of perverts that have caused untold horrors on its congreation for at least decades.what part of the churches bingo money being used to pay off little boys parents is it the catholics fail to understand???i can see why the ancients wrote this pope would be the last!!!damn the catholic church to hell quit supporting their abuse of mankind see them for the perverts they obviously are.close the pope down
It's really sad.. I mean- a priest, given their life to God, and promise not make one sin. It's cruel, and unforgivable in my opinion. All because of this one person, poor Stephen committed suicide! I hope this is a lesson to all abusers out there..
Why is it taking so long for the church to come to their senses? Thank goodness for people who shine a light on this darkest of subjects! Ten thumbs up!
This was the best of the 3. Some language was a little strange but the topic was riveting and the tactics used solid. I believe church, for the most part, is a complete farce. Not all, and not everyone but most, definitely. 4 Stars-best of the 3
This is a very well done film. As a victim myself I know this pain all too well. Anyone that wonders why these stories keep coming out can thank the people that have shielded these predators at the expense of the innocent. There are many more stories that need to be told. Thank you for your very good work!
The point for me, as a participant in this video, was to speak out for myself. I had been kept quiet for over 30 years out of fear. What would people think, a few threats, & most of all by the words of my abuser who asked me "Who do you think they will believe, you or a priest?" Second, and just as important was for all the abuse victims out there. To tell them there are places to get help and that there are people who will believe you! Lastly, if you know of abuse report it! Save a Kid!
I have never known any story to be "just a story" Every story has something, something that needed to be said. The best stories pull something to the surface, something that makes us more human. This story for example, shows the brutal truth of how children can be abused in places unimaginable. I dont know if you have any kids or siblings but I know that most parents would do anything to protect there children. and issues such as these need to be brought out of the dark so something can be done
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Malachi Martin
Malachi Martin was the truth. He know what was really going down in the vatican. Too bad they murdered him..........
I believe church, for the most part, is a complete farce. Not all, and not everyone but most, definitely.
4 Stars-best of the 3