UPDATE x1: The Telegraph is reporting “Scottish priests ‘out of control sexually’, says former abuse adviser. Roman Catholic priests in Scotland were “out of control sexually” under the leadership of the disgraced Cardinal Keith O’Brien, the Church’s former adviser on child abuse claims.” Obviously, Cardinal O’Brien was, emphasis being WAS, part of the Curia. Pope Benedict requested O’Brien’s immediate resignation when four men came forward accusing him of sexual abuse. He immediately offered his resignation.

by Helen Tansey
March 8, 2013

Recently retired Pope Benedict is the only person in the world who knows why he made what appears to be a sudden decision to retire stunning over a billion Catholic parishioners. It’s not like Pope’s just up and retire one day giving a month or so notice.   [Read more…]