Unholy Fathers: Why Pedophile Priests Prosper While Children Suffer

The sexual abuse of minors by clergy within the Roman Catholic Church is a deeply troubling issue that has had a profound and lasting impact on victims, communities, and the Church itself. The revelations about widespread abuse began surfacing in the late 20th century but has historical roots that go back centuries.

Although abuse cases have emerged in numerous countries, including the United States, Ireland, Australia, the problem transcends geographical boundaries and speaks to systemic i...