from The Catholic Sentinel
 
 
Archbishop's Columns
by 
Archbishop John G. Vlazny

Listed below are columns written by Archbishop Vlazny on issues related to the child abuse situation.
Current columns by Archbishop Vlazny can be found at the Catholic Sentinel.

Sin is no excuse for abandoning the cause of virtuous living
9/10/99

We all need the courage, humility to recognize our wrongs
4/7/00

Church seeks healing for everyone harmed by clergy abuse
10/27/00

While we cannot redo past, we can deal effectively in future
3/1/02

Church is resolute in its determination to safeguard children
4/26/02

We make our churches, schools as child-safe as possible
5/10/02

God’s presence, healing grace strongest in our darkest hours
5/17/02

Bishops’ first priority is protection of children, young people
5/31/02

The Church will be better; God, as always, does provide
6/21/02

Church must use ‘dark moment’ to advance God’s kingdom
7/5/02

Generosity is bound in discipleship, not church’s vicissitudes
9/27/02

Your prayers are needed for U.S. bishops and local church
11/8/02

Your prayers are needed for healing, protection of church
11/22/02

December 4 Ember Day prayer, fasting can cast out these devils
11/29/02

This moment of tremendous suffering and anxiety will pass
1/31/03

We must continue ministry, a manifestation of God’s glory
2/7/03

Church acknowledges mistakes; plans to make things right
3/21/03

Archbishop’s Column
6/13/03

Archbishop’s Column
7/4/03

Los Obispos de los Estados Unidos analizaron la situación de la iglesia
7/18/03

Archbishop’s Column
9/12/03

Día de Penitencia en reparación por las víctimas del abuso sexual
9/19/03

Archbishop’s Column
10/24/03

Safe environment ensured
1/30/04

John Jay Study will help bring protection, reconciliation
2/27/04

Church works for just and compassionate resolution of crisis
03/11/2004

Why Bankruptcy?
07/16/2004

Bankruptcy doesn' diminish concern for victims
08/20/2004

Ember Day calls us to pray for healing of church, victims
09/24/04

The Christmas we remember Jesus is the rock of salvation
12/16/2004

Challenges, duties, joys await us - we do not stand alone
1/6/2005

Lent: A Season for Prayer
2/3/2005

As we work for healing and betterment, we entrust all to God
3/4/2005

Protecting children a priority at parishes, schools, seminaries
8/25/2005

This Ember Day, pray openly for the victims of sexual abuse
09/23/2005

As Year of Eucharist ends, continue to pray for healing
10/6/2005

The World still needs our great gift: Christ's call to conversion
12/16/05

Clergy abuse cases present challenges for Church leaders
5/19/06

As the Holy Spirit guides us, there is good news to report
6/2/06

Pray and fast for healing and reconciliation

9/15/06
Time for healing and reconciliation
5/31/07

Protecting our children and young people
9/21/07

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