http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/europe/8060442.stm

All I can say is I'm shocked, yet some how I'm not surprised. Yet again an institution who's purpose is to protect the vulnerable in society can some how turn its back on those very duties and commit such disgusting abuses. What makes this even worse is that the Church hierarchy knew such abuse was taking place yet they chose not to do anything about it.

As many people here know, I'm critical of organised religion at the best of times, but this has really got me riled up. How can some one claim to commit themselves to a life of helping others and committing themselves to God and yet at the same time abuse an innocent child. If you read some articles the abuse is really quite shocking.

A lot of people refer to the Catholic church as the worlds biggest charity but I ask you this, how can a charity possibility have any credibility if it's leading members act like this? It seems the Catholic Church as an institution still seems to think you can get into heaven via indulgences and that being a good person isn't part of the deal..