Tag Archives: child abuse

How do we get out of this fix?

Posted on September 6, 2018 by Quentin

This week I am reproducing (with permission) a leading article from the Catholic Herald of 31 August. As I had something to do with the initial drafting, it certainly expresses my view. But it may not express yours. So this … Continue reading →

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The Commission of Shame

Posted on January 4, 2018 by Quentin

“When I went into the confessional, he [the priest] asked me what ‘Father Holmes’ was doing and I told him. His answer was to give me 10 Hail Marys and 10 Our Fathers, and he told me that I was … Continue reading →

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It comes with the territory

Posted on November 8, 2012 by Quentin

Since my previous post has concerned the question of fertility, it is important to recall that an accompaniment of artificial contraception has been a huge increase in promiscuity. Separating the pregnancy threat has led to sexual expression becoming less significant … Continue reading →

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