Weekly collections are down at St. Francis Xavier Church in Petoskey. The continuing scandal related to allegations of sexual impropriety may be playing a major role as indicated by a recent article which is accessible in our Document Library or by clicking on the following:
I can’t not consciously support a diocese that punishes victims and covers up abusers. I have worked with community mental health. I have seen with my own eyes what happens to victims of sexual abuse. Supporting the diocese that allows priest, men, women or children to be put in danger of being a victim is criminal. I feel that if I financially support a diocese that doesn’t protect their priest and parishioners I share in thier guilt. How is it any different than voting for a legislator that does not protect the lives of the innocent unborn? I do not want to meet the almight with either sin on my soul.
this is the only thing they understand. If the money drops, they get the message. If it stays so-so, they just wait it out, and nothing changes.