I had a different theme planned for this month’s Survivors’ Voices post, but it’s obvious that the election of Pope Leo XIV is at that top of many people’s minds right now.
I don't feel that who the pope is makes that much difference. As far as what the pope should do , I have many suggestions. First, no statements. Most Survivors, myself included feel very cynical about empty statements that Church officials don't act upon anyway .
Real actions are what's really needed. By actions , I mean Financial compensation, Paid therapy, along with paid tuition and job training and placement.
Things like empty statements and self serving apologies add to Survivors hurt, along with taking away our narratives. Abuse affects Survivors in a variety of ways that are very real .Real actions like I listed above are what's needed Claude Leboeuf
Claude, thank you for sharing your thoughts. I’m responding so that you can know that your voice is also heard. I’m sorry that you had this happen to you.
I don't feel that who the pope is makes that much difference. As far as what the pope should do , I have many suggestions. First, no statements. Most Survivors, myself included feel very cynical about empty statements that Church officials don't act upon anyway .
Real actions are what's really needed. By actions , I mean Financial compensation, Paid therapy, along with paid tuition and job training and placement.
Things like empty statements and self serving apologies add to Survivors hurt, along with taking away our narratives. Abuse affects Survivors in a variety of ways that are very real .Real actions like I listed above are what's needed Claude Leboeuf
Claude, thank you for sharing your thoughts. I’m responding so that you can know that your voice is also heard. I’m sorry that you had this happen to you.