Lead us not into temptation
Catholic priests and the sexual abuse of children
Jason Berry
407 pages | ~11 hrs
Lead us not into temptation
Catholic priests and the sexual abuse of children
By Jason Berry
In this groundbreaking investigation, Jason Berry exposes a crisis that has shaken the foundations of religious institutions and challenged the faith of countless believers. Lead Us Not into Temptation examines the devastating impact of clergy sexual abuse on children and families, revealing how these profound betrayals have rippled through communities and tested the very core of spiritual trust.
Berry guides readers through the painful journeys of survivors and their families, who find themselves caught between their deep loyalty to their faith community and the need to confront uncomfortable truths. The narrative delves into the complex dynamics within church hierarchies, exploring how bishops and legal representatives have navigated these sensitive situations while protecting institutional interests.
At its heart, this work reveals how internal conflicts within religious culture have created systemic challenges that extend far beyond individual cases. Berry demonstrates how these issues reflect broader questions about power, accountability, and moral leadership within spiritual institutions. The investigation traces these problems from local parishes to the highest levels of church authority, including Vatican involvement.
This updated edition provides readers with a comprehensive examination of how religious communities can confront difficult truths while working toward healing and reform. For those seeking to understand how spiritual institutions can rebuild trust and maintain their moral authority in times of crisis, this book offers essential insights into the intersection of faith, power, and human vulnerability.
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Abus sexuels à l'égard des enfants par des membres du clergé
- ✓ Explore Clergé
- ✓ Explore Clergy
- ✓ Explore Religious aspects
- ✓ Explore Aspect religieux
- ✓ Explore Religious aspects of Child sexual abuse
- ✓ Explore Catholic church, clergy
- ✓ Explore Clergy, sexual behavior
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Details
- Published
- 2000
- Publisher
- University of Illinois Press
- ISBN-10
- 0252068122
- Pages
- 407
- Language
- EN
