Is it right and proper that the sacrament of so-called confession should protect abusive clergy against exposure and criminal prosecution? In the Roman Catholic Church, the Seal of Confession is the absolute duty of priests not to disclose anything that they learn from penitents during the course of the Sacrament of Penance (confession). Nevertheless, the heinous spectre of clergy sex abuse against children recently raised its ugly head again. Latest reports indicate that the Church is still in denial over clergy abuse and still happy to cover up cases wherever it can. Recently Pope Francis apologised to victims of clerical … Continue reading Where do Southport Churches stand on Clergy Abuse against children?