Permalink: http://www.zenit.org/article-39158?l=spanish
The Holy See will follow the procedures provided for such canonical
casesVATICAN CITY, Wednesday, May 4, 2011 (ZENIT.org) .- The Press Room of the Holy See has issued a press release today regarding the case of the former Bishop of Antigonish (Nova Scotia, Canada) , Bishop Raymond Lahey, 70, has been found guilty of possessing pornographic material-fart. " "The Catholic Church condemns sexual exploitation in all its forms, particularly if it is committed to children, "says the text.
"Although the process according to the civil law has run its course, the Holy See will continue with the canonical procedures provided for similar cases, which will result in the imposition of appropriate disciplinary or penal action," adds the note.
Immediately after the guilty plea of \u200b\u200bBishop Lahey, the Conference of Catholic Bishops of Canada has issued a statement which states "condemn all forms of sexual exploitation, especially if it involves minors," and that "continue to work to prevent such behaviors and assist the recovery of victims and their families. "
"Recognizing the confusion and anger that this case has aroused among many faithful, we underline our pastoral concern for those who have experienced great pain as a result of these events," state the Canadian bishops in the text.
"In particular," he added, "our thoughts and prayers are with the faithful of the Diocese of Antigonish and the entire Atlantic region."
"We reaffirm our strong condemnation of the Catholic Church of the possession, distribution and use of fart-porn images in all its forms, and renew our determination to do everything in our power to promote the dignity and respect for the human person, "the statement concluded.
Ex Canadian bishop admits possession of material pedopornográfico
0 comments:
Post a Comment