To even casual observers of recent news about the Catholic Church, it's clear that a new day has dawned.
Finally, after decades of stalling, denials and civil lawsuits, Catholic dioceses seem to recognize their accountability for the criminal behavior of pedophile priests.
Consider the case of retired Bishop Joseph Hart. The former prelate of Cheyenne, Wyo., now 86 years old, could face criminal charges under what the current bishop of Cheyenne has deemed credible and substantiated accusations of sexual abuse.
https://www.courierpress.com/story/opinion/2018/07/05/sanchez-catholic-church-finally-cracking-down-pedophile-priests/762207002/
https://www.courierpress.com/story/opinion/2018/07/05/sanchez-catholic-church-finally-cracking-down-pedophile-priests/762207002/
