Abuse Tracker 2007 Part 1: January–February 2007 On this page we offer cached copies of all the articles about the crisis blogged by Kathy Shaw on her indispensable Abuse Tracker.

JANUARY 2007

January 1 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Christie Crash Tops Local News: From Myspace Cop to WFISD Bond, Past Year Was Memorable in the Falls, in Times Record News, Texas (December 31, 2006)
- The Top 10 of 2006, in Culpeper Star Exponent (December 31, 2006)
- Best News of Past Year? It's over, in Herald News, Joliet IL (January 1, 2007)
- He's Being 'Shooed Like a Dog', in Sun.Star, Philippines (January 1, 2007)
- Other Top Stories of the Year: Investigations into Former Priest; Local Schools Face Challenges: Priest Accused of Sexual Abuse, in Perry County News, Indiana (January 2, 2007)

January 2 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Revealing New Layers of Dark History: Residential-School Victims Will Gain Access to Stories of Alleged Abusers, by Bill Curry, Globe and Mail, Canada (January 2, 2007)
- AFN Urges Awareness of Settlement Details, by Marites N. Sison, Anglican Journal, Canada (January 1, 2007)
- Priest Due in Court on Church Theft Charges Authorities: Rev. Mark Sorvillo Funded Lavish Lifestyle with Church Money, on CBS 2 (January 2, 2007)
- Erie Judge: Comments to Pastor out in Molestation Case, Associated Press (January 1, 2007)
- Pastor Gets N150,000 Fine for Raping Girl, 12, in The Tide, Nigeria (December 31, 2006)
- Retired Bishop Asks Judge to Dismiss Sexual Abuse Lawsuits, on WOI (January 2, 2007)

January 3 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Robert Wyzgoski: He Served Metro Detroit, by Jim Schaefer, Detroit Free Press, Michigan (January 3, 2007)
- T. Drohan, a Crisis Manager, Dies at 73: His Public Relations Specialty: Scandals, by Mark Peters, Hartford Courant, Connecticut (January 3, 2007)
- Man May Face Two Child Molestation Retrials, by Stephanie Innes, Arizona Daily Star, Arizona (January 3, 2007)
- Catholic Diocese Ordered to Pay Former Employees, by Kim Skornogoski, Great Falls Tribune, Great Falls MT (January 3, 2007)
- '06 Once More: Ticking down the Highs and Lows of a Year Soon to Be History, in Santa Rosa Press Democrat, California (December 31, 2006)
- West Roxbury Stories to Remember, in Transcript, West Roxbury MA (December 27, 2006)
- Rabbi Considers Appeal: Kaye Sentenced for Sex Crime Charges, by Eric Fingerhut, Washington Jewish Week, Alexandria VA (January 3, 2007)
- Ex-Priest Doherty Implicated in Another Sex-Abuse Suit, by Jay Weaver, Miami Herald (January 3, 2007)
- Lodi Police Close Case against Late Lodi Priest, by Ross Farrow, Lodi News-Sentinel, Lodi CA (January 3, 2007)

January 4 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Priest Accused in Sixth Lawsuit, Associated Press (January 04, 2007)
- New Abuse Charges Filed against Priest, Associated Press (January 4, 2007)
- Sex-Abuse Lawsuit against Scranton Diocese Settled, by Dave Janoski, The Times-Tribune, Scranton PA (January 04, 2007)
- Retired Priest Again Cited in Sex-Abuse Lawsuit: A Sixth Lawsuit Alleging Child Sexual Abuse by a Retired Catholic Priest, the Rev. Neil Doherty, Was Filed against the Archdiocese of Miami, by Jay Weaver, Miami Herald (January 4, 2007)
- Suit against Archdiocese Accuses Ex-Priest of Abuse: Church Didn't Protect Kids, Lawyer Says, by Madeline Baro Diaz, Sun-Sentinel, Miami FL (January 4, 2007)
- Pair Allege Sex Abuse at Boys' Ranch, by Benjamin Shors, The Spokesman-Review, Washington (January 4, 2007)
- Former Aiea Priest Admits to Homosexuality, Giving Minors Alcohol: Man Files Lawsuit against Priest, Diocese, on TheHawaiiChannel.com (January 3, 2007)
- Fortunato to Step down from His 'Dream Job', by Tracy Breton, Providence Journal (January 4, 2007)
- A Peek under the Rug, by Rabbi Mark Dratch, Jewish Week, United States (January 5, 2007)
- Jurors Deliberate Teen Sexual Assault Case, by Amanda C. Gregg, Garden Island, Hawaii (January 4, 2007)
- Banned Priest Passes Away, in Detroit Free Press, Michigan (January 4, 2007)
- Prosecutors File New Molestation Charges against Former Priest, by John Spano, Los Angeles Times (January 4, 2007)
- I'll Pursue Irish Sex Priest, Vows US Lawyer, by John Cooney and Ralph Riegel, Irish Independent (January 4, 2007)
- Lawsuits Filed against Lodi's St. Anne's, Stockton Diocese, by Ross Farrow, Lodi News-Sentinel, California (January 4, 2007)
- The Top Five 'Missing Mega-Trends' Shaping Catholicismthe Top Five 'Missing Mega-Trends' Shaping Catholicism, by John L. Allen Jr., National Catholic Reporter (December 28, 2006)
- Man Settles Out-Of-Court with Diocese of Scranton, by Dave Janoski, Citizens Voice (January 4, 2007)
- Stockton Diocese Subject of Abuse Lawsuits, by Ross Farrow, Tracy Press (January 4, 2007)
- Bishop Walsh Defends Handling of Abuse Case, in RTE News, Ireland (January 4, 2007)
- After the Sparring in 'Doubt': a Split Decision, by Sue Merrell, Grand Rapids Press (January 4, 2007)
- Spokane Diocese Agrees to Pay at Least $48 Million to Settle Clergy Abuse, by Janet Tu, Seattle Times (January 4, 2007)
- Spokane Diocese Settles Sex Abuse Claims, by John K. Wiley, Wilmington Star News (January 4, 2007)

January 5 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Catholic Diocese Pays $1.2 Million in Cases, by Jim Nesbitt, News & Observer, Raleigh NC (January 5, 2007)
- Spokane Diocese Settles Sex Abuse Claims: David Irvin Had Said Now-Deceased Priest Robert Caparelli Had Abused Him, by John K. Wiley, Casper Star Tribune (January 5, 2007)
- Alleged Abuse Victim, Diocese Reach Settlement, by Mark Guydish, Times Leader (January 5, 2007)
- Diocese Files Settlement, by John Stucke and Virginia de Leon, Spokesman Review, Spokane WA (January 5, 2007)
- Raleigh Diocese Paid $1.2 Million to Settle Abuse Claims in 2006, Associated Press, Raleigh NC (January 5, 2007)
- Arraignment Postponed in LA Church Abuse Case, in Lompoc Record (January 5, 2007)
- Study Finds Embezzlement to Be Common in Dioceses, by David O'Reilly, Philadelphia Inquirer, United States (January 5, 2007)
- US Church Offers Abuse Settlement: A Roman Catholic Diocese in the US State of Washington Has Agreed to Pay at Least $48m £24.7m As Compensation to People Abused by Priests, on BBC News, Spokane WA (January 5, 2007)
- Possible Sexual Abuse at School Investigated, by Kristina Davis, Union-Tribune (January 5, 2007)
- Inside Theft Rife, Diocese Survey Says: Across Nation, 85% of Respondents Found Embezzlement in Last 5 Years, by Stephanie Innes, Arizona Daily Star, Tucson, Arizona (January 5, 2007)
- Walsh Defends Action over Child Abuse Priest, in Irish Examiner (January 5, 2007)
- Convicted Child Molester Longtime Pastor of Southern Baptist Churches, by Bob Allen, Ethics Daily, Florida (January 5, 2007)
- Pastor Given 7 Years for Molestation, in Orlando Sentinel (January 4, 2007)
- 4th Sex-Abuse Suit vs. Yeshiva, by Alex Ginsberg, New York Post (January 5, 2007)
- Embezzlement Is Found in Many Catholic Dioceses, by Laurie Goodstein and Stephanie Strom, New York Times, United States (January 5, 2007)
- Judge Sets Trials for Numerous SoCal Clergy Abuse Cases, Associated Press, Los Angeles CA (January 05, 2007)
- Spokane Diocese Could Emerge from Bankruptcy in April, by John K. Wiley, Associated Press, carried on KGW, Spokane WA (January 5, 2007)
- Archdiocese Settles Sex Suits, by Eric Gorski, Denver Post (January 5, 2007)
- Anglicans Name Bishop for Native Canadians, on CBC News, Canada (January 5, 2007)
- Oasis of Love Finally Shows Up, Gives List to NBI, in Sun.Star, Philippines (January 6, 2007)
- Defense Counsel Can Inspect Victim's Treatment Records: New Protocol Replacing 'Bishop/Fuller' Standard Adopted by the SJC, by Eric T. Berkman, Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly (January 8, 2007)

January 6 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Priest Who Abused Boy to Confront New Claims by Ex-Pupil, by Sarah Murphy, Irish Independent (January 6, 2007)
- Saulibio Cleared of Sex Assault, by Tom Finnegan, Honolulu Star-Bulletin, Hawaii (January 6, 2007)
- Sexual-Abuse Accuser Found Not Guilty of Assaulting Teen, by Jan TenBruggencate, Honolulu Advertiser, Hawaii (January 6, 2007)
- Sex Abuse Victims to Hold 56 Vigils on Anniversary of Catholic Sex Scandal, by David Clohessy, SNAP national president (January 6, 2007)
- Learning on the Fly: New Joliet Diocese Bishop Still Learning about His Parishes Six Months into the Job, in Daily Herald, Joliet IL (January 6, 2007)
- Agreement May Mean April End to Bankruptcy, by John K. Wiley, The Oregonian (January 6, 2007)
- Budget Trouble in Episcopal Diocese: A Special Session of the PA. Convention Will Be Asked to Approve Cuts. Bishop Charles E. Bennison Jr. Is under Fire, by David O'Reilly, Philadelphia Inquirer (January 6, 2007)
- Archdiocese Reaches Deal with 15 Sex-Abuse Victims, by Tillie Fong and Sara Burnett, Rocky Mountain News, Denver CO (January 6, 2007)
- Catholic Church Pilfering Prolific: Report: Embezzlement Reported by 85 Percent of Dioceses, by Genevieve Marshall, Morning Call, Pennsylvania (January 6, 2007)
- Priest Accused of Fondling Is Named in Earlier Case, by Mary Adamski, Honolulu Star-Bulletin, Hawaii (January 6, 2007)
- Sex Abuse Victims to Hold 56 Vigils on Anniversary of Catholic Sex Scandal, in Yahoo! (January 6, 2007)
- Lay Group Marks Five Years of Battling Boston Archdiocese, by Ken Maguire, Associated Press (January 6, 2007)
- Polygamist Leader's Papers Topic of Nevada Federal Court Hearing, on KVOA (January 6, 2007)
- Vigil Spotlights Abuse by Clergy: Group Turns up Heat on Church, by Mike Miller, Capital Times, Madison WI (January 6, 2007)
- Gluckstadt Priest Removed after Inquiry into Relationship with Teen, in Clarion-Ledger, Jackson MS (January 6, 2007)
- Catholic Priest Removed from Ministry, on WLBT, Jackson MS (January 5, 2007)

January 7 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Priest Ousted over Relationship: Gluckstadt Minister Admits to Improper Contact in 1950s, by Elizabeth Crisp, Clarion Ledger, Jackson MS (January 7, 2007)
- Trust -- The Testimony of the Man Who Found Photos of Nude Boys, in Yakima Herald Republic (January 7, 2007)
- Unanswered Questions Linger, by Steven Krueger, Boston Globe (January 7, 2007)
- 15 Settle in Priest Sex Abuse: Plaintiffs Average $100,000 Each; at Least 20 Suits against Diocese Remain, by Eric Gorski, Denver Post (January 6, 2007)
- News Forum: Edward Cardinal Egan, on WNBC, New York (January 6, 2007)
- Trust — The Unsettling Saga of a Suspicious Deacon, by Jane Gargas, Yakima Herald Republic (January 7, 2007)
- Trust — Local Settlements Pale in Comparison to Spokane, by Jane Gargas, Yakima Herald Republic (January 7, 2007)
- Trust — Questions Renewed about Diocese's Seeming Secrecy, by Jane Gargas, Yakima Herald Republic (January 7, 2007)
- Using the Victims Yet Again, in New York Times, Bridgeport CT (January 7, 2007)
- Rebuilding Faith, Five Years on, by Seán P. O'Malley, Boston Globe (January 7, 2007)
- Clergy Abuse Survivors Hold March, Panel Talk, on WLNE, Boston MA (January 7, 2007)
- Abuse Survivors, Attendees Clash over Clergy, on CBS 2 (January 7, 2007)
- Vigil Protesting Abuse by Catholic Priests, by Kim Carollo, WHOI, Peoria IL (January 7, 2007)
- Priest Abuse Group Marks Anniversary, in Capital News 9, Albany NY (January 7, 2007)
- Vigil to Be Held for Catholic Church Abuse Victims, on CBS 2 (January 7, 2007)
- Vigil Held on Five Year Anniversary of Priest Sex Abuse Scandal, by Kim Bedford, WVLT (January 7, 2007)
- Victims of Abuse, Murder Remembered, on WBAY, Green Bay WI (January 7, 2007)
- Group Passes out Fliers for Clergy Abuse Victims: Vigil: Members Gather at a Roman Catholic Cathedral to Increase Awareness, by Michael Fisher, The Press-Enterprise, San Bernardino CA (January 7, 2007)
- Vigils Support Victims Abused by Priests: Chicago Leader Says Abuse Continues, on CBS 2 (January 7, 2007)

January 8 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Victim Fights Abuse by Church, by Alan Gustafson, Statesman Journal, Oregon (January 8, 2007)
- Victims of Abuse Call on Church to Name Names, by Matthew Van Dusen, NorthJersey.com (January 8, 2007)
- Survivors of Clergy Sex Abuse Hold Vigil: Albany Joins in Marking the Fifth Anniversary of the Scandal's Exposure, by Dan Higgins, Albany Times Union (January 8, 2007)
- Top 10 Stories Read Online, by Massimo Farrugia, Times of Malta (January 8, 2007)
- Victims' Vigil Testifies to Clergy Sex Abuse Scandal: Group Distributes Fliers after Mass at Lansing Church, by Susan Vela, Lansing State Journal (January 8, 2007)
- 2006: A Year of Hurt, Hope and Healing: Top Stories Included Cardinal's Health, Clergy Sex Abuse, Immigration, by Michelle Martin, Catholic New World, Chicago IL (January 7, 2007)
- Advocates Propose Sex Abuse Reforms: Accountability, Victim Relief Key, by Christine McConville, Boston Globe (January 8, 2007)
- Sex Abuse Vigil, on KEYT, California (January 7, 2007)
- Study: Embezzlement Occurs in 85% of Dioceses, by Donna Porstner, Stamford Advocate, Connecticut (January 8, 2007)
- Forty Years Later, Former Altar Boys Settle Lawsuit against Diocese, by Peggy Townsend, Santa Cruz Sentinel, California (January 8, 2007)
- Missouri AG Wants Former Teacher's License Revoked, in Belleville News-Democrat (January 8, 2007)
- Youth Pastor Arrested in Connection with Alleged Sex Assault on Teens: Graler Is Pastor at First Christian Church, on The DenverChannel.com (January 8, 2007)
- Priest on Extended Leave Returns to Ministry after Vatican Actionpriest on Extended Leave Returns to Ministry after Vatican Action, in Catholic Online (January 8, 2007)
- Catholic Church Says Group's Claims Not True, on WVLT (January 8, 2007)

January 9 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Nun Accused of Sexual Assault to Return to Milwaukee Tuesday, on MilwaukeeChannel.com (January 8, 2007)
- Caledonia Priest Removed after Admitting Sexual Abuse, by Dan Bewley, WOOD (January 8, 2007)
- Priest Removed As Sexual Allegations Surface, by Barton Deiters and Charles Honey, Grand Rapids Press (January 8, 2007)
- Utah's New Catholic Bishop: 'Gifted, Zealous' Pastor: Former Bishop Niederauer Praises Successor Who Is Known As a Good Listener, by Peggy Fletcher Stack, Salt Lake Tribune, Utah (January 9, 2007)
- Police Search for Priest Wanted for Embezzling Money, on WBDJ, Richmond VA (January 8, 2007)
- Kent County Parish Loses 4th Priest to Sex Abuse Allegations, Associated Press (January 9, 2007)
- Another Priest Removed after 1971 Sex Abuse, in Muskegon Chronicle, Michigan (January 9, 2007)
- Diocese Removes Priest over Sexual Abuse Allegations, by Amy Fox, Grand Haven Tribune, Michigan (January 9, 2007)
- Court to Weigh Venue Change for Missouri Church Sex Trials, by Marcus Kabel, Associated Press (January 9, 2007)
- One in Four Defends Killaloe Bishop, by Patsy McGarry, One in Four, Ireland (January 6, 2007)
- Is There a Double Standard for Clergy? by Les Wicker, Naples Sun Times (January 10, 2007)

January 10 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Priest Removed after Admitting Sexual Abuse, on WWMT (January 9, 2007)
- Priest's Letter Says He Is 'Ashamed' of Abuse, by Charles Honey, Grand Rapids Press (January 10, 2007)
- Former Priest, the Rev. David Le Blanc, Letter to Members of Holy Family Catholic Church, in Grand Rapids Press, Caledonia MI (January 10, 2007)
- Removed Priest Gives His Side of Story, by Marc Thompson, WOOD (January 9, 2007)
- Priests Ask Vatican to Punish Mexican Cleric Accused of Child Abuse, Associated Press (January 9, 2007)
- Sharp Decrease in Number of Austrians Leaving Catholic Church, by William J. Kole, North County Times (January 9, 2007)
- Convicted Priest Served in Ballagh, in Roscommon Herald, Ireland (January 10, 2007)
- Churchgoers Support Ousted Priest, by Rick Wilson, Grand Rapids Press, Caledonia Township MI (January 10, 2007)
- Accused Priest Hits Back with Lawsuit: A Chicago Priest Sues His Accusers for Intentionally Inflicting Emotional Distress and Injuring His Reputation, by Sue Ellin Browder, National Catholic Register, Illinois (January 10, 2007)
- Boy Not Touched, Priest's Letter Says, by Charles Honey, Grand Rapids Press (January 10, 2007)
- Church Has Much to Do to Restore Trust, Ensure Child Safety, Boston Cardinal Says on Sex-Abuse Scandal's 5th, in Catholic Online (January 9, 2007)
- Public Pressure Puts Teeth in Church Abuse Policy, by Charles Honey, Grand Rapids Press (January 10, 2007)
- Wayward Clergy by the Numbers: Is It Rampant or an Aberration? by Eugene L. Meyer and Richard Greenberg, JTA News (January 10, 2007)
- The Aftermath of Sexual Abuse: How One Synagogue Coped, by Richard Greenberg, JTA News (January 10, 2007)
- Clergy Sexual Misconduct: What´s Being Done to Squelch It? by Eugene L. Meyer and Richard Greenberg, JTA News (January 10, 2007)
- In Jurisdictional Jungle, Where Does the Buck Stop in Misconduct Cases? by Richard Greenberg, JTA News (January 10, 2007)
- Awareness Center a Clearinghouse of Concern — and Controversy, by Eugene L. Meyer, JTA News (January 10, 2007)
- Inside the Eruv: Are Some Orthodox Discreet or Closing Their Eyes? by Eugene L. Meyer and Richard Greenberg, JTA News (January 10, 2007)
- Cover-Up in Poland, by John McGreevy, dotCommonweal, Poland (January 10, 2007)
- What Did Jp2 Know? When Did He Know It? by Rod Dreher, Beliefnet, Poland (January 10, 2007)
- Nun Accused of Sexual Assault to Stand Trial: Sister Norma Giannini, 78, Could Face 20 Years in Prison, on Milwaukee Channel com (January 10, 2007)
- 21 Months in Prison for Catholic Priest Pichette, on CBC News, Canada (January 10, 2007)

January 11 [Abuse Tracker list]

- 77 Year Old Won't Serve Jail Time for Molestation Charges, on 570 News, Canada (January 6, 2007)
- Judge Orders Springfield Diocese to Release Documents to Insurers, in Boston.com (January 11, 2007)
- Diocese Tells Police of Abuse, by Terry Lee Goodrich, Star-Telegram, Fort Worth TX (January 10, 2007)
- Insurers Win Access to Churchdocuments, by Michael McAuliffe, The Republican, Springfield MA (January 11, 2007)
- Attorneys Ask for Venue Changes, by John Ford, Neosho Daily News (January 10, 2007)
- Removal of Priest Protested: Parishioners 'Upset' by Action of Episcopal Diocese, Attorney Says, by Jean Torkelson, Rocky Mountain News, Denver CO (January 11, 2007)
- Exiled Priest Still Claims Innocence, by Dianne Williamson, Telegram & Gazette, Worcester MA (January 11, 2007)
- Virginia Priest Charged with Embezzlement, on WTKR, Virginia (January 11, 2007)
- Former Priest Arrested: Charged with Embezzlement, by Rob Seal, Daily Progress, Virginia (January 11, 2007)
- Louisa Priest Faces Theft Charge, by Calvin R. Trice, Richmond Times-Dispatch (January 11, 2007)
- Judge: Men Can Seek Damages from Church, by Brett Barrouquere, Associated Press (January 11, 2007)
- Malilong: Let the Girl and the Priest Be, by Frank Malilong Jr., Sun.Star, Philippines (January 12, 2007)
- Wenceslao: Priest's Accuser Needs Understanding, by Bong O. Wenceslao, Sun.Star, Philippines (January 12, 2007)
- Victims of Clergy Abuse Wrestle with Faith, Past, by Rachel Martin, NPR, United States (January 11, 2007)
- Abuse Scandal Still Echoes through Catholic Church, by Rachel Martin, NPR, United States (January 11, 2007)
- Exposing Scandal in the Church: Key Players, by Thomas Pierce, NPR, United States (January 11, 2007)
- The Aftermath: the Church Responds, by Rachel Martin, NPR, United States (January 11, 2007)
- Diocese Acts to Protect Assets, Seek Judge's Withdrawal, by Sam Hemingway, Burlington Free Press, Vermont (January 11, 2007)
- Davenport Diocese Extends Abuse Reporting Pledge by Four Years, on KWWL (January 11, 2007)
- Priest Once Accused of Possessing Nude Photos of Boys Steps down, by Betsy Taylor, Seattle Post-Intelligencer (January 11, 2007)
- Popular Priest Accused of Embezzling $600,000: Accusation against Roman Catholic Priest Shocks Louisa Community, by Bill Freehling, Fredericksburg.com, Virginia (January 11, 2007)
- Judge Opens Door to Vatican Priest Records, in UPI (January 11, 2007)
- Vatican Can Be Sued over Bishops' Conduct, Judge Says (Update 2), by Steven Church, Bloomberg, Kentucky (January 11, 2007)
- First Things on the Wielgus Scandal, by Rod Dreher, Beliefnet, Poland (January 10, 2007)
- Judge: Abuse Suit against Vatican Can Proceed, by Jason Riley, The Courier-Journal, Louisville KY (January 11, 2007)

January 12 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Louisville Sex Abuse Lawsuit against Holy See Okayed, on WHAS (January 12, 2007)
- Winnipeg Police Charge 3 Sikh Priests with Sexual Assault, on CBC News, Canada (January 12, 2007)
- Suit against Vatican Can Proceed, by Jason Riley, The Courier-Journal, Louisville KY (January 12, 2007)
- Judge OKays Suit against Vatican: What Motivated Him to Continue His Pursuit Was the Revelation in 2003 That a 1962 Vatican Document,, Leaked to the Press, Allegedly Shows How the Vatican Planned to Cover up Cases of Sexual Abuse, Spero News, Louisville KY (January 12, 2007)
- Diocese Attorney in Priest Abuse Case Withdraws, by Sam Hemingway, Burlington Free Press, Vermont (January 11, 2007)
- Three Priests Face Sex Charges, by Paul Turenne, Winnipeg Sun, Canada (January 12, 2007)
- Judge Allows Sex Abuse Lawsuit against Vatican to Go Forward, by Brett Barrouquere, Florida Times-Union (January 12, 2007)
- Judge OKs Sex-Abuse Lawsuits vs. Vatican, by Marie Szaniszlo, Boston Herald, Kentucky (January 12, 2007)
- Vatican Faces Compensation Claim, in Al Jazeera, Louisville KY (January 12, 2007)
- Prominent Missouri Church Reaches Settlement in Sexual Assault Suit, by Robert Marus and Bill Webb, Associated Baptist Press (January 11, 2007)
- KY: Judge Says Abused Men Can Sue Vatican, in Free Market News Network, Louisville KY (January 12, 2007)
- Trial for Polygamist Delayed, by Jim Seckler, Mohave Daily News (January 11, 2007)
- Diocese Facing Financial Woes: Audit Shows Strained Schools, Parishes, by Mark Guydish, Times Leader (January 12, 2007)
- Diocese Getting Handle on Serious Budget Deficit: Red Ink Cut from $794,000 to $76,000, by Bronislaus B. Kush, Telegram & Gazette (January 12, 2007)
- Jack Bauer Returns, by Dorothy Rabinowitz, Wall Street Journal, United States (January 12, 2007)
- Priest Who Left Yakima Resigns St. Louis Post, by Jane Gargas, Yakima Herald-Republic (January 12, 2007)
- Paulk Plaintiffs Want Church Foreclosure Halted, by Gayle White, Atlanta Journal-Constitution (January 12, 2007)
- Priest Accused of Theft: Former Catholic Priest in Louisa County Charged with Embezzlement, by Bill Freehling, Free Lance-Star, Virginia (January 12, 2007)
- Archdiocese May Eliminate Parish Bookeeping and Centralize Accounting, by Tim Townsend, St. Louis Post-Dispatch (January 12, 2007)
- Priest at Church Here Leaves under a Cloud, in St. Louis Post-Dispatch, St. Louis MO (January 12, 2007)
- Report of St. Ambrose Parish Meeting, in KMOX, St. Louis MO (January 12, 2007)
- Diocese Theft Called Largest in Years: $600,000 Missing from 2 Catholic Parishes in Louisa Shocks Diocese's Attorney, by Calvin R. Trice, Richmond Times-Dispatch (January 12, 2007)
- Richmond Diocese Has Set Audits, by Alberta Lindsey, Times-Dispatch, Richmond VA (January 12, 2007)
- Abuse Lawsuits Filed against Diocese of Stockton, in The Record (January 12, 2007)
- Police Seek Information in Sikh Priest Sex Abuse Allegations, in Winnipeg Free Press, Canada (January 12, 2007)
- What to Do with a Former Communist Informant: Should Collaboration with Persecutors Be a Bar to Ministry? Poland's Catholics Aren't the First to Wonder, by Susan Wunderink, Christianity Today, Poland (January 12, 2007)
- Despite Reforms, Scars Remain from Clergy Abuse, by Rachel Martin, NPR, United States (January 12, 2007)
- Lampasas Priest Accused of Sexual Assault, on KXAN, Lampasas TX (January 13, 2007)
- Arrest of Prominent Pastor Shocks Residents, on KWTX (January 12, 2007)
- Pastor of Historic Central Texas Church Arrested on Sexual Assault Warrants, on KWTX, Lampasas TX (January 11, 2007)
- Abuse Lawsuits Filed against Diocese of Stockton, on CBS 47 (January 12, 2007)
- Lampasas Priest Charged with Sexual Assault, on NBC 6, Lampasas TX (January 12, 2007)
- Catholic Clergy Abuse Lawsuit against Vatican Can Go Ahead, Judge Rules, by Jerry Filteau, Catholic Online, Louisville KY (January 12, 2007)
- Nun Charged with Sex Abuse, on TMJ4 (January 9, 2007)
- Nun Appears in Court, on Fox 28, Milwaukee WI (January 9, 2007)
- Former Pastor's Trial on Sex Charges Still Pending, in News4Jax (January 12, 2007)

January 13 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Personal Story to Be Told to Millions, by David Yonke, Toledo Blade, Salem MA (January 13, 2007)
- Deltona Priest Removed after Sex Allegation: The Pastor, Who Also Has Served in Apopka and Orlando, Has Not Been Charged, by Kristen Reed, Orlando Sentinel, Deltona FL (January 13, 2007)
- Diocese Facing 3 New Lawsuits: Accusations of Sexual Abuse Made, by Scott Smith, The Record, Stockton CA (January 13, 2007)
- Silent No Longer: Documentary Chronicles Abuse Victim's Ordeal, Confrontation with Catholic Church, by Kim Mulford, Cherry Hill Courier Post, Salem MA (January 13, 2007)
- In World Awash in Lies, Religion and Journalism Hold Key to Truth, by Tom Ehrich, Indianapolis Star, United States (January 13, 2007)
- Catholic Reformers Pondering Next Steps, by Daniel Burke, Winston Salem Journal, United States (January 13, 2007)
- Camden Diocese Spokesman Discusses Abuse Issue, by Kim Mulford, Cherry Hill Courier Post, Salem MA (January 13, 2007)
- Lampasas Rector Charged with Sexually Assaulting a Child: Police Said the Assaults Happened Within the Past Year, by Miguel Liscano, American-Statesman, Lampasas TX (January 13, 2007)
- Man Charged in Sex Assault Was Church Leader, by Annmarie Timmins, Monitor, Concord NH (January 13, 2007)
- Let Us Prey: 'Frontline' Program Details Story of Priest's Abuse, by Marvin Read, Pueblo Chieftain, Salem MA (January 13, 2007)
- National Leader Speaks at Voice of the Faithful, in Daily Times (January 13, 2007)
- Mexico: Vatican Punishment Asked for Priest, by James C. McKinley, New York Times, Mexico (January 12, 2007)
- Defrocked Priest's Victim Wants Apology, by Dave LeMieux, Muskegon Chronicle, Michigan (January 13, 2007)
- Crack Sold at Priest's House, by Cindy Schroeder, Cincinnati Enquirer (January 13, 2007)
- Claim Reviewer for Bankruptcy Agreed on, by John Stucke, The Spokesman-Review, Spokane WA (January 13, 2007)
- Charges Shock Priest's Neighbors: They Say Cleric Accused in Theft Lived with Woman, 3 Kids in Subdivision in Spotsylvania, by Kiran Krishnamurthy, Richmond Times-Dispatch (January 13, 2007)
- Judge Orders Abuse Case to Trial, by Michael Fisher, The Press-Enterprise, California (January 12, 2007)

January 14 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Florangela Davila's TV Picks, by Florangela Davila, Seattle Times (January 14, 2007)
- Teacher License Revocation Sought, in Kansas City Star, Jefferson City (January 14, 2007)
- Fall River Diocese Still in Dark Ages of Financial Disclosure, by Steve Urbon, Standard-Times (January 14, 2007)
- Is the Pope Signaling a New Age of Openness? Some Say New Bishop Is the Latest Appointment to Favor Competent Men over Those on a Crusade, by Peggy Fletcher Stack, Salt Lake Tribune, Utah (January 14, 2007)
- Level 3 Sex Offenders on the Job, by Peter Reuell, Milford Daily News, Massachusetts (January 13, 2007)
- Around the Remote, by Chuck Barney's, Contra Costa Times (January 14, 2007)
- Moral Failures Thrive in Silence, by Wendi C. Thomas, Commercial Appeal, Memphis TN (January 14, 2007)
- Accused Priest Denies He Is Married: Rodis Says Woman Knew He Led Louisa County Parishes before Embezzlement Charge, by Kiran Krishnamurthy, Richmond Times-Dispatch (January 14, 2007)
- Court Papers: Priest Indicted for Embezzlement Was Married, on WDBJ (January 14, 2007)
- Court Papers Allege US Priest Indicted for Embezzlement Was Married, Associated Press (January 13, 2007)
- Sikh Community 'Stunned' by Sex Charges against Priests, on CBC News, Canada (January 13, 2007)
- Priest Indicted for Embezzlement Denies He Is Married, Associated Press (January 14, 2007)
- WGA Nominates Documentaries: Winner Announced Feb. 11 at the Wga Awards, by Dave McNary, Variety, United States (January 14, 2007)

January 15 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Concerts, Theater and More, in Wichita Eagle (January 15, 2007)
- Sex-Abuse Workshops Set: The London Catholic Diocese Ordered the Plan in the Wake of a Priest's Indecent Assault Case, by Jonathan Sher, London Free Press, Canada (January 15, 2007)
- Kevin's TV Tips, by Kevin D. Thompson, Palm Beach Post (January 15, 2007)
- US Victim of Sex Abuse Set to Appeal Damages Ruling, by Ralph Riegel, Irish Independent (January 15, 2007)
- Brothers Tell Abuse Story on 'Frontline', by Jennifer Garza, Sacramento Bee (January 15, 2007)
- Spotsy 'Family' Fad Neighbors Fooled: Indicted Priest, Woman Mailed Christmas Cards with Address Labels Implying They Were Wed, by Pamela Gould, Free Lance-Star, Fredericksburg VA (January 15, 2007)
- Priest Led Double Life, Embezzled $600k, by Tom Leonard, New York Sun, Virginia (January 15, 2007)
- Double Life of 'Priest' Accused of Embezzlement, in Irish Independent, Virginia (January 15, 2007)
- Accused Priest Gets Ovation: Parishioners at Fresno Church Welcome Him Back after Civil Sex Abuse Trial, by Vanessa Colón, Fresno Bee (January 15, 2007)
- Catholics Left with Questions after Priest Is Accused of Theft, by Calvin R. Trice, Richmond Times-Dispatch (January 15, 2007)
- Gadfly Ohio Priest Challenges Mandatory Celibacy, by Andrew Welsh-Huggins, Associated Press (January 8, 2007)
- Rodis Defends Accusations of a Secret Life, by Lindsey Ward, WCAV, Virginia (January 15, 2007)
- The Good Abuse-Scandal Documentary, by Grant Gallicho, dotCommonweal (January 15, 2007)
- Court Ruling May End Confidentiality of Abuse Victims' Documents, by Bill Pomerleau, The Observer (January 12, 2007)
- Sioux City Diocese Settles Sex Abuse Lawsuits, in Sioux City Journal (January 15, 2007)
- Men More Likely Than Women to Hide Past Victimization, by Debbie Parkes, The Gazette, Canada (January 15, 2007)

January 16 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Sioux City Diocese Settles More Abuse Lawsuits, Associated Press (January 16, 2007)
- Effects of Priest Sex Abuse Portrayed, by Claudia Bayliss, South Bend Tribune (January 16, 2007)
- Brothers Create Powerful First-Person Story of Abuse, Betrayal, by Kevin McDonough, Lawrence Journal-World (January 16, 2007)
- Initial Trial in S.D. Church-Abuse Cases Is Delayed, by Mark Sauer, Union-Tribune, San Diego CA (January 16, 2007)
- Abuse Victim Shares His Story on 'Frontline', by Kevin McDonough, Albany Times Union (January 16, 2007)
- 'Hand of God' Story Needs Few Extras, by Janice Page, Boston Globe (January 16, 2007)
- Diocese Settles Five Sex Abuse Lawsuits, by Nick Hytrek, Sioux City Journal (January 16, 2007)
- The Embezzlement Plate, in Palm Beach Post, United States (January 16, 2007)
- Sioux City Diocese Settles Sex Abuse Lawsuits, on Keloland TV (January 16, 2007)
- New Book Explores Role of Catholic Church throughout the World, in Newswise, United States (January 16, 2007)
- Trials Set for Remaining Colorado City Polygamists, by Jim Seckler, Daily News, Utah (January 15, 2007)
- A Safe Church: Abuse, but No Scandal, in Union Leader, New Hampshire (January 16, 2007)
- Diocese Settles in Sex Assault Claim: Former Dover Pastor Faces Church Trial on Abuse Allegations, by Abbott Koloff, Daily Record (January 16, 2007)
- "Hand of God" on PBS, by J.A. Montalbano, Albuquerque Tribune (January 15, 2007)
- A Painful Account of Abuse and a Celebration of Family, by Alessandra Stanley, New York Times (January 16, 2007)
- Church Insurer Wants to Investigate Abuse Allegations, on WCAX, Vermont (January 16, 2007)
- Deltona Priest Complaint, on News 13, Florida (January 16, 2007)
- Accused Priest Not Interested in Money, on WRIC, Virginia (January 16, 2007)
- Paterson Diocese Settles with Accuser, by Maya Kremen, NorthJersey.com, Paterson NJ (January 16, 2007)
- Church Insurer Wants to Probe Abuse Claims, Too, by Sam Hemingway, Burlington Free Press, Vermont (January 16, 2007)
- Deltona Priest Accused in Sexual Battery, by Sara Kiesler, Daytona Beach News (January 16, 2007)
- Accused Priest 'Uninterested in Money': At His First U.S. Church, He 'Didn't Want Anything to Do with Finances,' a Man Says, by Calvin R. Trice, Richmond Times-Dispatch, Virginia (January 16, 2007)
- Rites by Priest Are Valid, by Bill Freehling, Free Lance-Star, Virginia (January 16, 2007)
- How Sure Can You Be That You're Right? 'Doubt' Questions Where Moral Line Truly Lies, by Damien Jaques, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Chicago IL (January 15, 2007)
- 'Hand of God' Airs on TV Tonight, by Tom Dalton, Salem News (January 16, 2007)
- Lawsuit Alleges Sexual Abuse in Peoria Diocese, on WJBC (January 16, 2007)
- The Good Abuse-Scandal Documentary, by Carolyn Disco, dotCommonweal, New Hampshire (January 15, 2007)
- Priest Loses Appeal for Identity Ban at Cornwall Inquiry, on CBC News, Canada (January 16, 2007)

January 17 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Lawsuit Claims Abuse by Late Priest in Peoria Diocese, in Northwest Herald, Peoria IL (January 17, 2007)
- Victims Suing Diocese Can Seek Punitive Damages, by John Spano, Los Angeles Times, San Diego CA (January 17, 2007)
- Sioux City Diocese Settles Five Lawsuits: The Cases Involve a Former Priest Accused of Molesting Dozens of Children since the 1950s, by Meghan V. Malloy, Des Moines Register (January 17, 2007)
- Alleged Abusers Can Be Named at Inquiry, in Toronto Star, Canada (January 16, 2007)
- Catholic Tradition of Altar Servers Survives Recent Church Scandals, by Lois K. Solomon, South Florida Sun-Sentinel (January 17, 2007)
- New Developments in Local Priest Case, on WRIC (January 17, 2007)
- Vatican May Deal with Louisa Case: Case against Louisa County Priest Charged with Embezzlement Could Make Its Way to Vatican, by Bill Freehling, Free Lance-Star, Virginia (January 17, 2007)
- Lampasas Priest Placed on Administrative Leave, on KCEN, Texas (January 16, 2007)
- Catholic Churches' Losses: State Police Say Parishioners Are Still Calling In, and Canceled Checks Are Still Being Examined, by Kiran Krishnamurthy, Richmond Times-Dispatch (January 17, 2007)
- Brothers Sue Cardinal George, in Windy City Times, Chicago IL (January 17, 2007)
- Man Sues Peoria Diocese over Alleged Sex Abuse, Associated Press, Los Angeles CA (January 18, 2007)
- Ruling on Media Ban Request May Hasten Cornwall Abuse Inquiry: Lawyer, on CBC News, Canada (January 17, 2007)
- Lawsuit Claims Abuse by Late Priest in Peoria Diocese, by Laurel Jorgensen, The Southern, Chicago IL (January 18, 2007)
- State Police: Priest's Embezzlement Could Top $1 Million, Associated Press, Fredericksburg VA (January 17, 2007)
- Santa Rosa Diocese Returns $9.4 Million to Parishes, Schools, Associated Press, Santa Rosa CA (January 17, 2007)
- Diocesan Budget Comes up Short in 2005-06, by William T. Clew, Catholic Free Press, Worcester MA (January 12, 2007)
- Louisa Priest Case May Have Longer Trail, by Bill Freehling, Free Lance-Star, Virginia (January 17, 2007)
- Priest Admits to Stealing from Church to Pay for Prostitutes, in newsnet5, Ohio (January 17, 2007)

January 18 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Pedophile Priest Thought Confession Would Erase Sins, Conference Hears, by Roberta Pennington, Vancouver Sun, Canada (January 18, 2007)
- Civil Suit against Robinson Dismissed: Ritual Abuse Alleged about 40 Years Ago, by Meghan Gilbert and Mark Zaborney, Toledo Blade (January 18, 2007)
- Diocese Settles Sex-Abuse Case, by Rod Ohira, Honolulu Advertiser, Hawaii (January 18, 2007)
- Life's Underdogs Always Had a Friend in Father Joe, by Kimberly Matas, Arizona Daily Star (January 18, 2007)
- Mexican Reporter Says Coverage of Priest Abuse Case Sparks Threats, in Nieuwsbank, Mexico (January 17, 2007)
- Our View: Opening Books Enhances Trust, in Standard-Times, Fall River MA (January 18, 2007)
- Mexican Reporter Says Coverage of Priest Abuse Case Sparks Threats, in Committee to Protect Journalists, Mexico (January 17, 2007)
- Farewell to a Pastor, Editorial in Times Of Malta (January 18, 2007)
- Clergy Misconduct, by Richard Greenberg, Washington Jewish Week, United States (January 18, 2007)
- Judge Rules against S.D. Diocese in 2 Abuse Cases, by Mark Sauer, Union-Tribune, San Diego CA (January 18, 2007)
- Catholics Urged to Take Charge: National Leader Applauds Local Efforts, Calls for More, by Beth Miller, News Journal (January 18, 2007)
- Lawyer: Priests Can Open Accounts: Experts: Diocesan Way of Banking Is Unlike That of Most Entities, by Kiran Krishnamurthy, Richmond Times-Dispatch (January 18, 2007)
- Louisa Folks Puzzled, but Forgiving: Louisa County Residents Are Shocked and Disappointed by Embezzlement Charges against a Popular Priest, but They're Preparing to Forgive, by Laura Moyer, Free Lance-Star (January 18, 2007)
- Priest Accused of Leading Double Life, Embezzlement: Authorities Say Rodis May Have Stolen $1 Million, on NBC 4, Virginia (January 17, 2007)
- Secret Identity: The Strange Case of Father Rodis, in Free Lance-Star, Virginia (January 18, 2007)
- Hand of God, in PBS Frontline (January 18, 2007)
- Survivor Remembers Years of Pain, by Arthur Williams, Prince George Free Press, Canada (January 17, 2007)
- Abuse Lawsuit Dismissed against Priest Convicted of Killing Nun, by Neil Relyea, WCPO (January 17, 2007)
- Diocese Holds Workshop after Priest's Conviction: Three Decades of Abuse Led to Prison Term, in Guelph Mercury, Canada (January 18, 2007)
- Film Criticizes How Bishop Handled Abuse, by Daniel Barrick, Concord Monitor, New Hampshire (January 18, 2007)
- Too Many Questions Remain, Alleged Abuse Victim Says, in Ottawa Sun, Canada (January 18, 2007)
- Ex-Priest Negotiates Plea, in Cleveland Plain Dealer, Ohio (January 18, 2007)
- Priest's Resignation Draws Concerns, by Shawn Clubb, South County Journal, St. Louis MO (January 16, 2007)
- Another Abuse Accusation Surfaces against Local Catholic Priest, in News-Leader, Missouri (January 18, 2007)
- Longer Limits Needed to Get Child Predators, in Muskegon Chronicle, Michigan (January 18, 2007)
- Priest Charged in Embezzlement Scheme Appears in Va. Court, by Kristen Gelineau, WVEC, Virginia (January 18, 2007)
- Darkness to Light, in WCSC, South Carolina (January 19, 2007)
- Screening Candidates for Entry, in Tidings, California (January 19, 2007)

January 19 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Catholic Church Settles Sex Suit: It Will Pay $375,000 to a Man Who Says a Priest Abused Him, by Debra Barayuga, Honolulu Star-Bulletin, Hawaii (January 19, 2007)
- Church 'Pleased' Abuse Case over, by Ken Kobayashi, Honolulu Advertiser, Hawaii (January 19, 2007)
- Criticized Priest Is Transferred, by Terry Lee Goodrich, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, North Richland Hills TX (January 19, 2007)
- KMBH Pulls Plug on Documentary: Church-Owned Station Decides Not to Air 'Frontline' Episode on Child Abuse Scandal, by Bruce Lee Smith, Brownsville Herald, Harlingen TX (January 19, 2007)
- Dare to Repair, by Father Richard Erikson, The Pilot, Boston MA (January 19, 2007)
- Missouri Baptist Pastor Sentenced to 20 Years for Child Sex-Abuse, by Hannah Elliott, Associated Baptist Press, Greenwood MO (January 18, 2007)
- Robinson Abuse Suit's Dismissal to Be Appealed: Ritual Rape, Torture Alleged in Civil Action, by Mark Reiter, Toledo Blade (January 19, 2007)
- Former Methodist President Admits Sex Abuse, by Claire McNeilly, Belfast Telegraph, Northern Ireland (January 19, 2007)
- McMurry & Associates Win Ruling against Vatican, in PR Newswire, Louisville KY (January 17, 2007)
- Bishop Takes Heat in Abuse Case: Victims Group Wants Wenski's Apology in Deltona Priest's Removal, by Kristen Reed, Orlando Sentinel, Orlando FL (January 19, 2007)
- Cops: Priest Is Husband & Crook, Associated Press, Louisa VA (January 19, 2007)
- 'Father Bob' Facing Deadline: Priest Accused of Theft Has a Month to Decide If He Wants to Take Plea Deal, Three Years in Prison, by Tom Quigley, The Express-Times, Belvidere PA (January 19, 2007)
- Keeping up Appearances, by Avi Frier, Florida Jewish News (January 19, 2007)
- Priest's Appearance in Court Is Short, by Bill Freehling, Free Lance-Star, Louisa VA (January 19, 2007)
- Priest Appears in Louisa Court: Former Parishioners Gather to Observe Man Suspected of Embezzling up to $1 Million, by Calvin R. Trice, Richmond Times-Dispatch, Louisa VA (January 19, 2007)
- Tighten Financial Controls on U.S. Parishes, Add Bishops' Oversight, Lay Experts Urge, in Catholic Online, Washington DC (January 19, 2007)
- Hawaii Diocese Settles to Avoid Sex-Abuse Trial: Matter Involves Former Guam Pastor, in Pacific Daily News, Honolulu HI (January 19, 2007)
- Bishop Knocked for Handling of Leblanc Sex Abuse Case, by Charles Honey, Grand Rapids Press (January 19, 2007)
- Bishop Knocked for Handling of Abuse Case, in Muskegon Chronicle, Michigan (January 19, 2007)
- Pastor Suspected of Embezzlement, in Press & Argus, Michigan (January 19, 2007)

January 20 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Suspect Priest Had Access to Schools: Probe Likely after Revelation That Church Didn't Tell Gardai, by Michael Brennan, Irish Independent (January 20, 2007)
- Bishop: Appropriate Steps Taken: He Explains Why He Didn't Tell Deltona Parishioners of Abuse Claims about a Priest, by Kristen Reed, Orlando Sentinel (January 20, 2007)
- Archdiocese to Shut 21 N.Y. Parishes, by Michael Luo, New York Times, New York (January 19, 2007)
- No 'Hand of God' for You! by Grant Gallicho, dotCommonweal, Texas (January 19, 2007)
- Family Settles Youth Pastor Abuse Case, by Chris Bristol, Yakima Herald-Republic (January 20, 2007)
- Volunteer at Baptist Camp Faces Child-Pornography Charges, by Michael Leathers, Associated Baptist Press, Columbia IL (January 19, 2007)
- 'Lost Boys,' Other FLDS Teens Lobby Lawmakers, by Ben Winslow, Deseret Morning News, Utah (January 20, 2007)
- Diocese Settles with Six Victims: Total Payout Will Be $625,000, by Dave Bakke, Springfield State Journal-Register (January 20, 2007)
- Strict Rules Set for Finances: Religious Leaders in Region Describe the Procedures Used in Handling of Money, by Alberta Lindsey, Richmond Times-Dispatch, Virginia (January 20, 2007)
- Some Dissenters Quit the Church but Don't Stop Being Catholic, by Jeff Diamant, Washington Post, United States (January 20, 2007)
- Little Talk on Missouri's Biggest Clergy Sex-Abuse Case, by Audrey Barrick, Christian Post (January 20, 2007)
- Ex-Youth Pastor Given 13 Years: Sex Crimes: the Victims, Now 20 and 21, Urged against Leniency. The Corona Man's Family Sought It, by Paige Austin, Press-Enterprise (January 19, 2007)

January 21 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Shake-Up at St. Michael Pastor Moynihan Resigns Amid Financial Questions, by Hoa Nguyen, Greenwich Times (January 21, 2007)
- Diocese Clears Accused Priest, in Daily Freeman, New York (January 21, 2007)
- Former Youth Minister Convicted in Missouri, by Daniel Kelley, Georgetown News-Graphic, Kentucky (January 21, 2007)
- Priest Had Knack for Fundraising: Theft Suspect Had Broad Power over Church Money, by Calvin R. Trice and Kiran Krishnamurthy, Richmond Times-Dispatch (January 20, 2007)
- Norwich Diocese Pays $2m in Lawsuit, by Brian Wallheimer, Norwich Bulletin (January 21, 2007)
- Priest Reassigned to St. Louis Was Investigated in Wash. State, Associated Press (January 21, 2007)
- Questioning Victims Our National Pastime, by Margery Eagan, Boston Herald, Massachusetts (January 21, 2007)
- Albany Diocese Clears Upstate Catholic Priest of Abuse Charges, in Newsday (January 21, 2007)
- Pastor Resigns Following Allegations of Financial Mismanagement, in amNew York, Greenwich CT (January 21, 2007)
- Norwich Diocese Settles Priest Abuse Lawsuit for $2 Million, in Newsday, Norwich CT (January 21, 2007)
- Stealing from God: A New Study Indicates That Theft of Church Funds Is Shockingly Common. The Problem Is Too Much Trust Creating Opportunities for Temptation and Sin, by Joe Burris, Baltimore Sun, United States (January 21, 2007)
- Frontline: Live Online with Filmakers and Producers of from the Pbs Series, by Joe Cultrera, Washington Post, United States (January 17, 2007)

January 22 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Case of Abuse by Priest Settled: Molested As Altar Boy, Norwich Man Will Receive $2 Million, Associated Press, Norwich CT (January 22, 2007)
- New Trial Date Set for Polygamists, by Jim Seckler, Daily News, Kingman UT (January 21, 2007)
- Flock Fleeced of 500g: Conn. Priest Paid off Credit Cards: Church, by Joe Mollica, New York Post, Greenwich CT (January 22, 2007)
- Resignation Takes Parish by Surprise, by Michael Dinan, Hartford Courant, Greenwich CT (January 22, 2007)
- Some Defend Ousted Pastor: Diocese Details Financial Mismanagement, by Michael Dinan, The Advocate, Greeenwich CT (January 22, 2007)
- Sexual Abuse Settlement Announced Too Late by Diocese, by Abe Koloff, Daily Record, Paterson NJ (January 22, 2007)
- Amid Accounting Inquiry, a Greenwich Pastor Resigns, by Richard Perez-Pena, New York Times, Greenwich CT (January 22, 2007)
- Lesson for Students at Molester's Parish, by Amy DeMelia, Sun Chronicle, North Attleboro MA (January 21, 2007)
- Former Nun Asks Supreme Court to Hear Appeal, Associated Press, Erie PA (January 22, 2007)
- Church Investigation Clears Greene County Priest of Abuse, by Anne Miller, Albany Times Union (January 22, 2007)
- Financial Controls Tightened: New Financial Controls Rolled out after Priest Embezzlement Charge, by Kelly Hannon, Free Lance-Star, Mineral VA (January 22, 2007)
- Internet Provides Resources on Child Safety, Abuse Prevention, in The Tidings, United States (December 1, 2006)
- Parishes, Schools to Track Background Checks for Staff, Volunteers, in The Tidings, Los Angeles CA (December 8, 2006)
- Archdiocese Launches 'Touching Safety' to Empower Children, in The Tidings, Los Angeles CA (December 15, 2006)
- Total Awareness beyond the News, by Christie Weeks, The Tidings, United States (January 12, 2007)
- Capital Region: Priest Cleared of Sex Abuse Charges, on Capital News 9, Albany NY (January 22, 2007)
- Bellevue Terminates Embattled Minister, on WMC, Memphis TN (January 22, 2007)
- LDS Church, Boy Scouts Accused in Sex-Abuse Suit, on KUTV, Portland OR (January 22, 2007)
- Former Christian Brother Pleads Guilty to Abuse, in Catholic News, Australia (January 22, 2007)
- Connecticut: Ex-Choir Director Pleads Guilty to Possessing Child Porn, in Episcopal News Service, Greenwich CT (January 22, 2007)
- Ex-Choir Director Pleads Guilty to Possessing Child Porn, by John Christoffersen, Hartford Courant, Greenwich CT (January 22, 2007)

January 23 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Parishioners Welcome Back Priest Cleared in Abuse Probe, by Ariel Zangla, Daily Freeman, Cairo NY (January 23, 2007)
- Bellevue Ousts Minister: Moral Failure Report to Be Specific, by James Dowd, Commercial Appeal, Memphis TN (January 23, 2007)
- Ousted Jehovah's Witnesses' Couple Lose Lawsuit, Associated Press, Nashville TN (January 23, 2007)
- Ore. Sex-Abuse Lawsuit Filed against Lds Church, Boy Scouts, by William McCall, Associated Press, Portland OR (January 23, 2007)
- 2 Men Sue Mormons, Scouts over Abuse: $6.5 Million - The Brothers Claim a Scout and Church Leader Molested Them from 1983 to 1985, by Peter Zuckerman, The Oregonian, Portland OR (January 23, 2007)
- Priest's Documentation of Spending, by Michael Dinan, The Advocate, Greenwich CT (January 23, 2007)
- Diocese: FBI, U.S. Attorney Altered It to 'Hidden' Account, by Michael Dinan, Hartford Courant, Greenwich CT (January 23, 2007)
- Priest: I Won't Go on List of Sex Offenders: Child Porn Law Discrepancy Basis of Dispute, by Gary Craig, Democrat & Chronicle, Rochester NY (January 23, 2007)
- Ex-Bishop: 'No Red Flags' on Priest: Sullivan Says Rodis Was Well Liked; Diocese Needed Priests Then, by Alberta Lindsey, Richmond Times-Dispatch, Virginia (January 23, 2007)
- 'Hand of John': A Bishop's Role Revealed, in Manchester Union Leader, New Hampshire (January 23, 2007)
- List of 79th Annual Academy Award Nominations, Associated Press, Hollywood CA (January 23, 2007)
- Retired Ontario Priest Who Pleaded Guilty to Sex Assaults Dies at Age 84, in Canadian Press (January 23, 2007)
- Statement on the Occasion of the Death of Father Charles Sylvestre, by Ron Pickersgill, Roman Catholic Diocese of London, Canada (January 23, 2007)
- Salem Man Still Feeling Impact of 'Hand of God', by Tom Dalton, Salem News, Salem MA (January 23, 2007)
- Former Priest Convicted of Sexual Assault Dies, on 570 News, Canada (January 23, 2007)
- Priest Who Preyed on Young Girls Dies in Jail, in London Free Press, Canada (January 23, 2007)
- Retired Ont. Priest Who Pleaded Guilty to Sex Assaults Dies, in Ottawa Citizen, Canada (January 23, 2007)
- Ex-Del. Priest's Sex-Abuse Case Put off, by Beth Miller, The News Journal, Delaware (January 23, 2007)
- Retired Canadian Priest Who Pleaded Guilty to Numerous Sexual Assaults Dies, Associated Press, Canada (January 23, 2007)

January 24 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Prosecutor Urges Unified Voice: Chatham-Kent Crown Attorney Paul Bailey Appeals to Catholic Bishops for Unity, by Jane Sims, London Free Press, Canada (January 24, 2007)
- Disgraced Priest Dies a Prisoner, by Jane Sims, London Free Press, Canada (January 24, 2007)
- Secret Suspicions at Mater Dei: A Lawsuit Questions the Catholic School's Handling of Accusations of Sexual Abuse of a Former Student, by Rachanee Srisavasdi, Orange County Register, California (January 23, 2007)
- Court Dismisses Case of Ousted Jehovah's Witnesses: Couple Kicked out after Saying Church Covered up Sexual Abuse, Associated Press, Nashville TN (January 23, 2007)
- Catholic Fundraising Suffers Rare Drop: The 12 Percent Slip Was Offset for the Denver Archdiocese by Parish Giving. Competition with Other Causes Is Blamed, by Eric Gorski, Denver Post (January 23, 2007)
- Hanley to Face Trial Next Mont: Ex-Mendham Pastor up on Charges Following Incident in Jersey City, by Rob Jennings, Daily Record, New Jersey (January 23, 2007)
- Priest Fights to Stay off Sex Offender List: Child Porn Law Discrepancy Is Basis of Argument for Elmira Native, by Gary Craig, Elmira Star-Gazette, Rochester NY (January 24, 2007)
- Baptist Churches More Vulnerable to Clergy Sex Abuse, Experts Say, by Hannah Elliott, Associated Baptist Press, Dallas TX (January 23, 2007)
- Lawsuits Will Continue, in CD98.9, Canada (January 24, 2007)
- Judge Dismisses Abuse Case against Diocese of San Diego, by Mark Sauer, Union-Tribune, San Diego CA (January 24, 2007)
- Victims Display Mixed Feelings at Priest's Death, by Jane Sims, London Free Press, Canada (January 24, 2007)
- Priest's Death Bittersweet for His Abuse Victims, by Trevor Wilhelm, Vancouver Sun, Canada (January 24, 2007)
- Priest Dies after Just Months of Three-Year Sex Abuse Sentence: Clergyman Who Assaulted 47 Girls Dies of Natural Causes at the Age of 84, in Guelph Mercury, Canada (January 24, 2007)
- Film about Lodi Pedophile Priest O'Grady Nominated for Best Documentary Feature, in Lodi News-Sentinel (January 24, 2007)
- Creditors Committee in Diocese Bankruptcy Case Seeks to Hire Law Firm, on KWWL (January 24, 2007)
- Release on Hold for Former Calif. Priest, in The Guardian (January 24, 2007)
- Priest at Centre of Allegations 'Never Served' in Elphin Diocese, in Roscommon Herald, Ireland (January 24, 2007)
- Advocacy for Sex Abuse Victims Cost Him His Job, Gumbleton Says, by Dennis Coday, National Catholic Reporter, Detroit MI (January 24, 2007)
- Bishops Advised to Tighten Financial Oversight in Parishes, by Daniel Burke, National Catholic Reporter, United States (January 22, 2007)
- Proceedings Postponed Due to Ice Storm, by John Ford, Neosho Daily News, Missouri (January 24, 2007)

January 25 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Lawsuits Refiled in Peoria Priest Abuse Cases, Associated Press, Peoria IL (January 24, 2007)
- Film on O'Grady's Abuse Nominated for Oscar, in Stockton Record, California (January 24, 2007)
- Woodhull Pastor Indicted, by Leigh Kjekstad, WETM, Woodhull NY (January 24, 2007)
- Dakota Fanning's New Movie Causes Controversy, in Newswatch 50, United States (January 24, 2007)
- We Need a Wise and Gentle Monk, by Liz Hunt, Telegraph, United Kingdom (January 25, 2007)
- Bid to Disqualify Judge in Priest Abuse Cases Rejected, by Sam Hemingway, Burlington Free Press, Vermont (January 25, 2007)
- Judge Rebuffs Recusal Request, by Kevin O'Connor, Rutland Herald, Vermont (January 25, 2007)
- Diocese Documents in Dispute, by Marla A. Goldberg, The Republican (January 25, 2007)
- Diocese's Bid to Disqualify Judge Denied, in Boston.com (January 25, 2007)
- Tucson Diocese Makes Final Payments to Abuse Victims, on KVOA, Tucson AZ (January 25, 2007)
- Deal Struck over Jeffs' Evidence? by Ben Winslow, Deseret Morning News, Utah (January 25, 2007)
- Former Priest Still in Prison for Evaluation: Wempe's Release Date Delayed, by Tom Kisken, Ventura County Star, California (January 25, 2007)
- Pedophile Priest May Spend More Time in Prison, by John Spano, Los Angeles Times, California (January 25, 2007)
- Author Exposes Controversies in Catholic Church, in PR.com (January 25, 2007)
- S.N.A.P. Protests, by Brian Happel, WGME, Biddeford ME (January 25, 2007)
- First Person: When a Pastor Protects a Pedophile, by Rachel Ramah, Ethics Daily, United States (January 25, 2007)
- Suit Refiled against Ex-Priest: Allegations Involve Sex Abuse at Lincoln Parish, by Michael Miller, Lincoln Courier, Peoria IL (January 25, 2007)
- Diocese Settlement Flawed, Some Victims Say, by John Stucke, Spokesman-Review, Spokane WA (January 25, 2007)
- Lionsgate's Deliver US from Evil Nominated for Best Documentary Feature Oscar (R), Latest Honor for Best Reviewed Documentary of 2006: Amy Berg's Acclaimed and Controversial Documentary to Make International Debut at the 5th Jameson Dublin International Film Festival, in Yahoo!, California (January 25, 2007)
- Jackson Woman's Suit against Catholic Diocese Rejected, Associated Press, Mississippi (January 25, 2007)

January 26 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Outspoken Catholic Pastor Replaced; He Says It's Retaliation, by Laurie Goodstein, New York Times, Detroit MI (January 26, 2007)
- Norwich Diocese Pours Millions into Abuse Suits, by Greg Smith, Norwich Bulletin (January 26, 2007)
- Bishop Won't Attend Sylvestre Funeral, by Jane Sims, London Free Press, Canada (January 26, 2007)
- Some Victims Oppose Diocese Settlement, by John Stucke, Spokesman-Review (January 26, 2007)
- Gumbleton's Role Closes at St. Leo, in Detroit Free Press (January 26, 2007)
- Monsignor Must Give Deposition, by Dan Campana and Kelley Casino, Kane County Chronicle (January 26, 2007)
- Priest Accused of Sexual Harassment Is Reinstated, by Michael Clancy, Arizona Republic (January 26, 2007)
- McKnight Fall: Gary McKnight Built an Athletic Empire at Mater Dei. Will His Role in a Pedophile's Return to Campus Destroy It? by Gustavo Arellano, Orange County Weekly, California (January 25, 2007)
- Charleston Diocese to Settle Sex Abuse Claims: S.C. Judge Gives Initial OK to Deal Setting Aside $12 Million for Victims, on MSNBC, Charleston SC (January 26, 2007)
- Former Cambridge Priest Defrocked, by Erin Smith, Cambridge Chronicle, Cambridge MA (January 26, 2007)
- Bill Would Lift Statute of Limitations in Child Sex Abuse Suits, on WMDT, Dover DE (January 26, 2007)
- Priest Defrocked after Sexual Assault Conviction, on WPRI, Boston MA (January 26, 2007)
- Agreement Reached in Child Sexual Abuse Case against Diocese of Charleston, in Post and Courier, Charleston SC (January 26, 2007)
- Diocese: We Meet Standards for Preventing Child Sex Abuse, in Press-Gazette, Green Bay WI (January 26, 2007)
- Class Action Settlement for Priest Abuse, by Jenny Fisher, WCBD, Charleston SC (January 26, 2007)
- S.C. Catholic Diocese to Settle Claims, by Bruce Smith, Houston Chronicle, Charleston SC (January 26, 2007)
- Anniversaries Not Needed for Those Who Lived Abuse Crisis, by Robin Washington, Duluth News Tribune (January 26, 2007)

January 27 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Vegas Priest Accused of Assaulting Woman, in Journal Gazette and Times-Courier, Las Vegas NV (January 27, 2007)
- Perv Priest May Face More Accusers: The Rev. John Banko, Convicted of Sex Assaults in 2002, Facing Additional Charges in Hunterdon, by Andrea Eilenberger, The Express-Times, Flemington PA (January 27, 2007)
- Diocese to Settle Abuse Suit: Lawyers: Judge Gives Preliminary OK in Case Involving Catholic Priests, by Adam Parker, Post and Courier, Charleston SC (January 27, 2007)
- Diocese to Settle Sex Abuse Claims: $12 Million Allotted for Damages against Clergy, Employees in S.C., by Bruce Smith, Charlotte Observer, Charleston SC (January 27, 2007)
- Our View: Diocese Deals Honorably with Ugly Past, in Norwich Bulletin, Norwich CT (January 27, 2007)
- City Councilor Assails Mayor's Plan for Church, by Jennifer Huberdeau, North Adams Transcript, North Adams MA (January 27, 2007)
- Priest Defrocked after Rape Conviction, in Standard-Times, Boston MA (January 26, 2007)
- Minister Guilty of Molesting a 10-Year-Old Boy, by Eric Hartley, The Capital, Odenton MD (January 26, 2007)
- Members of Churches Set to Close Seek Advice from Some Who Have Been There, by Michael Luo, New York Times, New York (January 27, 2007)
- Driving Force: Auxiliary Bishop Richard Garcia Heads to Monterey to Become Only the Second Latino to Lead a California Diocese, by Jennifer Garza, Sacramento Bee, Monterey CA (January 27, 2007)
- Priest Defrocked; Had Served in NH, by Mark Hayward, Manchester Union Leader, New Hampshire (January 27, 2007)
- Priest Accused of Abuse Defrocked: Nolin Served Lakeport, Penacook Parishes, by Annmarie Timmins, Concord Monitor, New Hampshire (January 27, 2007)

January 28 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Names of Accused Priests Released, by Trevor Maxwell, Portland Press Herald and Maine Sunday Telegram (January 28, 2007)
- Former N.H. Priest Defrocked over Affairs, in Nashua Telegraph, New Hampshire (January 28, 2007)
- Bishop Decides Not to Wait for Vatican before Releasing Names, by David Sharp, Sun Journal, Maine (January 28, 2007)
- 'Deliver' Chronicles Abuse, by Bob Strauss, Deseret Morning News, United States (January 28, 2007)
- Gumbleton Not Ousted for Condemning Abuse, Archdiocese Says, by Santiago Esparza, Detroit News, Detroit MI (January 28, 2007)
- Church's Woes a Boon for Screeners: Following Its Sex Abuse Scandal, the Catholic Church Has Become One of the Biggest Clients for Background Checks, by Sherri Day, St. Petersburg Times (January 28, 2007)
- Doctors Oppose Bishops' Abuse Prevention Program, in Catholic Insight, Washington DC (January 27, 2007)
- Bishop Releases Names of Accused Priests: Malone Changes Procedure Regarding Public Notification, on WMTW, Maine (January 28, 2007)
- Teacher-Sex Lawsuit: Twin Brother of Boy Who Got Lurid Love Notes Launches $2.5m Action, by Tracy McLaughlin, Toronto Sun, Canada (January 27, 2007)
- Former Student Sues Teacher over Alleged Sexual Relationship, on CityNews, Canada (January 26, 2007)
- Van Wert Pastor Resigns Post, in Toledo Blade, Van Wert OH (January 28, 2007)
- Vegas Priest Sought in Sex Assault, in Winnipeg Sun, Las Vegas NV (January 28, 2007)
- Our Lady of Las Vegas Catholic Church: Woman Says Priest Beat Her: Cleric Could Be Armed and Dangerous, Police Caution, by David Kihara, Review-Journal, Las Vegas NV (January 27, 2007)
- He Inspires Fear in the Church, Hope for Victims: Own Experiences Help Drive a St. Paul Lawyer in His High-Profile Quest to Expose Clergy Abuse, by Kevin Harter, Pioneer Press, St. Paul MN (January 28, 2007)
- Abusive Priest Slipped under Radar, in Leader-Telegram, Wisconsin (January 29, 2007)
- Priest's RICO Suit Challenged, by Matt C. Abbott, Renew America, New York (January 27, 2007)
- Catholic Priest Suspended in Las Vegas Assault Probe, Associated Press, Las Vegas NV (January 28, 2007)
- Victims' Group Not Satisfied with Bishop's Announcement, by Caroline Cornish, WCSH, Maine (January 28, 2007)

January 29 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Bishop Names Accused Priests, by Judy Harrison, Bangor Daily News, Bangor ME (January 29, 2007)
- Faithful Lament Loss of Leader: St. Leo Parishioners Greet New Pastor but Question Circumstances of Liberal Bishop's Exit., by Shawn D. Lewis, Detroit News (January 29, 2007)
- Father Schmelzer Resigns Post at St. Mary's, in Times Bulletin, Toledo OH (January 29, 2007)
- The Cardinal’s Sins: Edward Egan Did the Dirty Job He Was Hired to Do with Less Pain Than Anyone Thought Possible. So Why Can't His Priests Wait to Get Rid of Him? in New York Magazine (January 29, 2007)
- Report: Minister Admits to Sexually Abusing Son 17 Years Ago, in Eyewitness News (January 29, 2007)
- Bellevue Details 'Moral Failure': Former Minister Abused His Son; Report Criticizes Pastor's Inaction, by James Dowd, Commercial Appeal (January 29, 2007)
- Bishop in Rome for Talks on Handling of Sex Abuse Cases, in Donegal News, Ireland (January 29, 2007)
- Sex-Abuse Victims May Get More Time to Sue: Legislators Again Aim at Statute of Limitations, by Beth Miller, News Journal, Delaware (January 26, 2007)
- Lawsuit against Green Bay Diocese Returns to Court This Week: 29-Year-Old Abuse Victim Accuses Church Officials of Intimidating Him in 1990, by Andy Nelesen, Press-Gazette, Green Bay WI (January 29, 2007)
- Church Controversy, on ABC 13, Ohio (January 29, 2007)
- Court Dismisses Case of Ousted Jehovah's Witnesses: Couple Kicked out after Saying Church Covered up Sexual Abuse, Associated Press, Nashville TN (January 23, 2007)
- Steuben County Pastor in Court on Sex Abuse Charges, in Elmira Star-Gazette, Bath NY (January 29, 2007)
- Fugitive Las Vegas Priest Sought in Attack Faces Attempted Murder Charge, on Fox News, Las Vegas NV (January 29, 2007)
- Las Vegas Priest Accused of Assault, in America's Most Wanted, Las Vegas NV (January 30, 2007)
- Bellevue 'Ill-Prepared' for Child Molestation, Report States, by Tim Ellsworth, Baptist Press, Cordova TN (January 29, 2007)
- Judge to Study Rape Charge Allegations, by John Ford, Neosho Daily News, Pineville MO (January 29, 2007)
- Allowing More Time for Victim Is the Key to Ending Child Abuse, by Avril and John Madison, News Journal, Delaware (January 27, 2007)
- Beach Men Want Jailed Priest to Be Charged Here, by Steven G. Vegh and Susan E. White, Virginian Pilot (January 30, 2007)

January 30 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Former Loyola President Emerges: Ex-Priest out of Sight since Sex Abuse Charge, by Bruce Nolan, The Times-Picayune, New Orleans LA (January 30, 2007)
- SNAP Seeks Action on Van Wert Priest: Families Should Be Notified, Group Says, by Clyde Hughes, Toledo Blade, Ohio (January 30, 2007)
- Bishop Right to Reveal Names, in Kennebec Journal, Maine (January 30, 2007)
- Ex-Priest Broke Megan's Law, by Erin L. Nissley, The Times-Tribune, Scranton PA (January 30, 2007)
- Local Catholic Diocese Shuns Retired Bishop Who'll Speak Here, by Stephanie Innes, Arizona Daily Star, Tucson AZ (January 30, 2007)
- Bishop Releases Names of Priests Accused in Sex Scandal, by Mike Higgins, keepMEcurrent, Maine (January 29, 2007)
- Bishop Richard Malone's Statement Regarding Priests Accused of Sexual Abuse, in keepMEcurrent, Maine (January 29, 2007)
- Eastern Kentucky Lawsuit Accuses Mormon Missionary of Sex Abuse, in nwi.com (January 30, 2007)
- Search Continues for Fugitive Priest: Lawyer Says Victim a Prominent Singer, by Brian Haynes, Review-Journal, Las Vegas NV (January 30, 2007)
- Ex-EP Priest Is Accused of Attempted Murder, by Erica Molina Johnson, El Paso Times (January 30, 2007)
- Priest's Double Life Devastates Parishioners: Man Is Charged with Embezzlement; Had Wife and Family, Too, by Candace Rondeaux, MSNBC (January 30, 2007)
- It's Costly Getting to the Truth: Cornwall Sex Abuse Inquiry Tab at $8M and Climbing, in Ottawa Sun, Canada (January 30, 2007)
- Clergy-Abuse Victims Will Protest outside Bishop's Office Today, by Kristen Reed, Orlando Sentinel (January 30, 2007)
- Investments, Land Sale Help Fulfill $40m Diocese Payout, in Cincinnati Post, Covington KY (January 30, 2007)
- Tucson, Ariz., Diocese Shuns Retired Mich. Bishop Gumbleton, Associated Press (January 30, 2007)
- Navy Doctor Wins Default Judgment in Del. Against Accused Priest, Associated Press, Wilmington DE (January 30, 2007)
- Director to Offer Free Screening of 'Hand of God' in McAllen on Feb. 18, by Bruce Lee Smith, Valley Morning Star, Harlingen TX (January 29, 2007)
- Priest Accused of Pinning Man during Sex Attack; Coverup Alleged: Group Asks for Alleged Victims to Come Forward, on Local 6, Orlando FL (January 30, 2007)
- Priest under Criminal Investigation, Diocese under Fire, on WFTV, Deltona FL (January 30, 2007)
- US Call to Prosecute Australian Ex-Priest, in Catholic News, Australia (January 30, 2007)
- Officer Wins Sex Case against Priest, by Beth Miller, Navy Times, Delaware (January 30, 2007)
- Paulist Office Aims to Help Heal Catholic Church Wounds, by Stefani Manowski, Catholic Online, Washington DC (January 30, 2007)

January 31 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Leader: Parishioners Not Showing Concern, by Elizabeth Comeau, Kennebec Journal, Augusta ME (January 31, 2007)
- Churchgoers Saddened by Accused Priests, by Amy Calder, Morning Sentinel, Maine (January 31, 2007)
- Jury Trial Awarded in Suit Vs. No-Show Priest: Sex-Abuse Cases Rarely Get This Far, by Beth Miller, News Journal, Wilmington DE (January 31, 2007)
- Congregant Protests 'Secrecy' in Priest Investigation, by Patricio G. Balona, Daytona Beach News-Journal, Orlando FL (January 31, 2007)
- Pastor Pleads Guilty to Carnal Abuse, by Rasbert Turner, Jamaica Gleaner, Jamaica (January 31, 2007)
- Church Leaders Told about Alleged Abuse, by Brian Voerding, Winona Daily News, Minnesota (January 31, 2007)
- Complaint Lists Details of Pastor-Woman Relationship, by Brian Voerding, Winona Daily News, Minnesota (January 31, 2007)
- Memphis Minister Fired over Sexual Abuse of Son: Report: Baptist Cleric Admitted 'Moral Failure' 17 Years Ago, Associated Press, Memphis TN (January 31, 2007)
- Investigative Team and Personnel Committee Reports, in Bellevue Baptist Church, Memphis TN (January 28, 2007)
- Cops Say Church Volunteer Abused 2 Boys, in Chicago Tribune, Illinois (January 31, 2007)
- Fugitive Priest May Be in Area: Monterey: Las Vegas Cleric Wanted on Attempted Murder Charges, in Monterey Herald (January 31, 2007)
- Las Vegas Priest Remains at Large after Church Soloist Attack, on KRIS (January 31, 2007)
- Diocese of Las Vegas Releases Statement on Fugitive Priest, on KLAS, Las Vegas NV (January 30, 2007)
- Church Again Tries to Remove Trial Judge, by Kevin O'Connor, Times Argus, Vermont (January 31, 2007)
- Former St. Joe's Priest Is Focus of Sex Allegations: The Rev. H. Cornell Bradley, Who Quit Last Year, Is Accused of Misconduct, by Michael Matza, Philadelphia Inquirer (January 31, 2007)
- Former Van Wert Priest Resigns, in Delphos Herald (January 30, 2007)
- Ex-St. Joe's Priest Accused of Sexual Misconduct, on KYW (January 31, 2007)
- Bishop Decides Not to Wait for Vatican before Releasing Names, by David Sharp, Sun Journal, Maine (January 28, 2007)
- Detroit Auxiliary Bishop Won't Fight His Removal, by Patricia Mish, Grand Rapids Press (January 31, 2007)
- Review of Mandatory Celibacy? by Alyce Nicolo, Transcript (January 31, 2007)
- Second Workshop for Church Leaders, in CD98.9, Canada (January 31, 2007)
- The Godly Bishop: Richard Lennon Shows a Meaner, Nastier Catholic Church, in Cleveland Scene, Cleveland OH (January 31, 2007)

FEBRUARY 2007

February 1 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Victims Talk about Abuse, in CD98.9, Canada (February 1, 2007)
- Priests Hear from Abuse Victims: The Workshop Was Organized by the Diocese of London in the Wake of the Conviction of Rev. Charles Sylvestre, by Jane Sims, London Free Press, Canada (February 1, 2007)
- Priests Hear from Victims about Clergyman's Abuse, on CBC News, Canada (February 1, 2007)
- Members Concerned about Priest, by Ann Work, Times Record News, Texas (February 1, 2007)
- Clergy Should Be Mandatory Reporters, in Des Moines Register, Davenport IA (February 1, 2007)
- Priest Accused: Victim Feared for Her Life: Police Report Details Brutal Attack at Church, by Brian Haynes, Las Vegas Review-Journal (February 1, 2007)
- Lawmakers Support Bill to Drop Sex Crime Deadlines, in Spokesman-Review, Olympia WA (January 31, 2007)
- Another Accuser Files Lawsuit against Diocese, by Patrick Malone, Pueblo Chieftain (February 1, 2007)
- Davenport Diocese Wants More Time in Bankruptcy Case, on KCRG (February 1, 2007)
- Report: Fugitive Priest Threatened Suicide, on Fox 5, Las Vegas NV (February 1, 2007)
- Testimony Ends in Civil Case against Green Bay Diocese, in Green Bay Press-Gazette, Medford WI (February 1, 2007)
- Civil Suit Involving Abusive Priest in Court, on WBAY, Medford WI (February 1, 2007)
- Jury Rejects Schauer Lawsuit against Green Bay Diocese, by Andy Nelesen, Green Bay Press-Gazette, Medford WI (February 1, 2007)
- Jury Deliberating Civil Claim against Green Bay Diocese, by Andy Nelesen, Green Bay Press-Gazette, Medford WI (February 1, 2007)
- Questions Raised over Catholic Teacher's Transfer to Pueblo, Associated Press, Pueblo CO (February 1, 2007)
- Former Pastor Gets New Trial in Sex Case, in Express-News, Texas (February 1, 2007)

February 2 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Archbishop's Support for Memorial Sought: Proponent Says It Would Help Victims of Sex Abuse Heal, by Alan Gustafson, Statesman Journal, Oregon (February 2, 2007)
- Jury Rejects Lawsuit against Green Bay Diocese: Victim Ruled Not to Have Been Present at Meeting with Church Officials, by Andy Nelesen, Appleton Post-Crescent, Medford WI (February 2, 2007)
- Judge Approves First Step of Portland Archdiocese Reorganization, Associated Press, Portland OR (February 2, 2007)
- Abuse Story Takes Turn: Vicar General: Father Pansza's Recent Account 'Ridiculous', by Ann Work and Trish Choate, Times Record News, Wichita Falls TX (February 2, 2007)
- Proposed Law Would Remove Time Limits on Sex Crime Charges, by Karina Shagren, KXLY, Washington (February 1, 2007)
- Religious Order Vows to Study Man's Move, Associated Press, Colorado (February 2, 2007)
- Marianist Order to Examine Transfer after Abuse Claims, in Denver Post, Colorado (February 2, 2007)
- Opinion by Ernesto Portillo Jr.: Downtown Adobe Needs Lifesavers, by Ernesto Portillo Jr., Arizona Daily Star, Tucson AZ (February 2, 2007)
- Preacher Gets Split Sentence in Teen Sex Case, by Michael R. Moser, Crossville Chronicle, Crossville TN (February 1, 2007)
- Former Delco. Pastor Charged with Assaulting Four Women, on NBC 10, Tucson AZ (February 1, 2007)
- Former Pastor Charged with '70s, '80s Rapes, by Stephanie Innes and Dale Quinn, Arizona Daily Star, Tucson AZ (February 2, 2007)
- Louisa Priest Solicited Money for Retirement: Business Chief for Two Parishes Says Rodis Raised about $27,000, by Calvin R. Trice, Richmond Times Dispatch, Luisa VA (February 2, 2007)
- Assault Suspect: Fugitive LV Priest Caught: Manhunt Ends near Phoenix, by Brian Haynes, Las Vegas Review-Tribune, Arizona (February 2, 2007)
- Witness Bolts from Sex Abuse Inquiry, by Terri Saunders, Ottawa Sun, Canada (February 2, 2007)
- Priest Arrested in Assault, by Ken Ritter, Associated Press, carried in Buffalo News (February 2, 2007)
- Las Vegas Priest Arrested on Attempted Murder Charges, by Mary K. Brunskill, All Headline News, Arizona (February 2, 2007)
- Thoughts on Abuse by Clergy, Abuse of Jewish Law, by Rabbi Melvin Granatstein, Cleveland Jewish News, United States (February 2, 2007)
- Lebanese Priest Accused of Beating Soloist at Las Vegas Church Arrested, in Naharnet, Lebanon (February 2, 2007)
- Winona Bishop to Celebrate Mass for Sexual Abuse Victims, in Winona Daily News (February 2, 2007)
- Teacher, Principal at O.C. Catholic School Are Suspended: Diocese of Orange Is Investigating Unspecified Allegations Regarding a Trip to Europe, by Seema Mehta, Los Angeles Times, California (February 1, 2007)
- Principal Put on Leave: Diocese of Orange Investigates Concerns at Santa Margarita Catholic High School, by Sam Miller, Orange County Register, California (January 31, 2007)
- Breaking News: St. Albert Priest on Leave Pending Investigation, by Phil Rooney, Daily Nonpareil (February 2, 2007)
- Former St. Albert's Student Alleges Abuse by Priest, on KCCI (February 2, 2007)
- Council Bluffs Priest Accused of Abuse, by Shirley Ragsdale, Des Moines Register (February 2, 2007)
- Priest on Leave during Sex Abuse Investigation, by Tom Shaw, World-Herald (February 2, 2007)
- Portland Church Deal Clears Hurdle, by Bill Bishop, The Register-Guard (February 2, 2007)
- Woman Details Case against Haddad: Ex-Caritas Worker Files Bias Complaint, by Liz Kowalczyk, Boston Globe (February 1, 2007)
- Extradition Red Tape Stalls Hunt for Fugitive Priest Ochoa, by Martin Espinoza, Press Democrat, California (February 2, 2007)
- Priest Suspected of Assaulting Parish Worker Arrested in Arizona, by Amanda Lee Myers, Las Vegas Sun, Phoenix AZ (February 2, 2007)
- Former Wheeling Priest Arrested in Arizona, by Steve Mazure, State Journal, West Virginia (February 2, 2007)
- Connecticut Parishioners Still Admire Ousted Priest, by Matthew J. Malone, New York Times, Greenwich CT (February 2, 2007)
- Polish Prelate Who Resigned in 2002 Meets with Pope Benedict, in Catholic World News, Rome (February 2, 2007)
- SNAP Offers Help to Parishioners, on KTNV, Las Vegas NV (February 2, 2007)
- Sins of Thy Neighbor, by Trish Van Pilsum, My Fox Twin Cities, Minnesota (February 1, 2007)
- Outspoken Retired Bishop Cancels Tucson Speaking Engagement, by Stephanie Innes, Arizona Daily Star, Tucson AZ (February 2, 2007)
- Extradition Hearing Set for Nev. Priest in Assault Case, on KVOA, Arizona (February 2, 2007)
- Community in Shock after Reverend Arrested in Child Porn Raid, in City News, Canada (February 2, 2007)
- SNAP Plans Protest against Priest at Reading Church, by Laura Hornsby, WCPO, Reading OH (February 2, 2007)
- SNAP Protests Abusive Priest, by Molly Lovell, Old Orchard Beach Courier, Biddeford ME (February 2, 2007)
- Appeals Court Upholds Preacher's Sexual Abuse Conviction, Associated Press, Alabama (February 2, 2007)
- Oregon Jury Gets Case of Ex-Pastor Accused of Abusing Baby Sitter, Associated Press, Oregon (February 2, 2007)
- Spokane Abuse Victims Eligible for Half of $48 Million, on KNDO/KNDU, Spokane WA (February 2, 2007)
- Former Youth Minister Convicted of Murdering Pregnant Teen, on KGBT, San Antonio TX (February 2, 2007)

February 3 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Outspoken Ex-Bishop Cancels Talks As Dioceses Shun His Visits, by Stephanie Innes, Arizona Daily Star, Tucson AZ (February 3, 2007)
- St. Albert Priest Placed on Leave, by Phil Rooney, Daily Nonpareil, Council Bluffs IA (February 3, 2007)
- More Sex Abuse Accusations against Former Brother, by James Muñoz, KENS, San Antonio TX (February 2, 2007)
- Ex-Sisters Pastor Convicted on Abuse Charges, on KTVZ, Oregon (February 2, 2007)
- Victim of Clergy Abuse Empowers Readers to Take Action: Eric Bepots Gives a Revealing Look into the Aids Pandemic and the Vatican's Role in Contributing to This Unparalleled Human Disaster in Vatican Conspiracy Theory., in PR Web, United States (February 3, 2007)
- Teaching about Sexual Abuse, by Rachel Kane, Burbank Leader (February 2, 2007)
- A Study of Memory Looks at Fact and Fiction, by Benedict Carey, New York Times (February 3, 2007)
- Woman Sues Reverend, Claims Sexual Abuse, on NBC5i, Fort Worth TX (February 3, 2007)
- Priest at Local Parish Charged with Disturbing the Peace, on KMOV, St. Louis MO (February 2, 2007)
- Former Assistant Pastor of Pa. Church Arrested on Rape Charges, Associated Press, Pennsylvania (February 3, 2007)
- Ex-Pastor Arrested Here in Pa. Sex-Assault Case, by David L. Teibel, Tucson Citizen (February 3, 2007)
- Priest Suspended over Abuse Allegations: Former Student Alleges Abuse by School's Religion Teacher, by Shirley Ragsdale, Des Moines Register, Council Bluffs IA (February 3, 2007)
- Fugitive Priest Arrested, in DailyIndia, Las Vegas NV (February 2, 2007)
- Woman Settles Lawsuit against Archdiocese, by Brendan Kirby, Press-Register, Alabama (February 3, 2007)
- Ex-Delco Pastor Arrested in Arizona: Gerald L. Klever, Formerly of Springfield's First Presbyterian, Faces 1970s Sex-Abuse Charges, by Michael Matza, Philadelphia Inquirer, Pennsylvania (February 3, 2007)
- Former Youth Minister Convicted of Murdering Pregnant Teen, on ABC 13, San Antonio TX (February 3, 2007)

February 4 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Diocese Lawsuits, Deficit Climb, by Kevin O'Connor, Rutland Herald, Vermont (February 4, 2007)
- Diocese Continues Its Evasions, by Steven Greenhu, Orange County Register, California (February 4, 2007)
- Lawyers to Get Half of Church Abuse Cash: Settlement - the Spokane Diocese's Bankruptcy Plan Affects the Proposed Deal, by John K. Wiley, Oregon Live, Spokane WA (February 4, 2007)
- Legal Legacy, by Timothy D. Lytton, Boston Globe (February 4, 2007)
- Why Would a Baptist Church Hire an Accused Child Molester and Adulterer As Counselor? by Don Boys, News Release Wire, Jacksonville FL (February 4, 2007)
- Missionary, Church Sued over Abuse, in Deseret Morning News, Beattyville KY (February 4, 2007)
- Extradition Hearing Set for Nevada Priest, by Amanda Lee Myers, Mohave Daily News, Phoenix AZ (February 3, 2007)
- Las Vegas Priest to Have Court Hearing Tuesday, by Aaron Drawhorn, KLAS, Phoenix AZ (February 3, 2007)
- Father Chaanine Arrested, on KTNV, Arizona (February 2, 2007)
- No End in Sight for Catholic Diocese's Troubles over Abuse, on WCAX, Burlington VT (February 4, 2007)

February 5 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Their Struggle Put a Face on Clergy Abuse, by Sherri Day, St. Petersburg Times, Florida (February 5, 2007)
- Abuse Victims Propose Monument on Grounds of Portland Archdiocese, Associated Press, Portland OR (February 4, 2007)
- Paedophile Sex Ring Must Be Exposed: Whistleblower Warns Tasmanians, in The Advocate, Australia (February 4, 2007)
- Did Bishop Gumbleton Obstruct Justice? by Matt C. Abbott, Renew America, Detroit MI (February 5, 2007)
- Richmond Woman Accused of Stealing from Church, on WRIC, Richmond VA (February 5, 2007)
- Priest Suspected of Assaulting Las Vegas Parish Worker Is Arrested in Arizona, by Amanda Lee Myers, Jackson Hole Star-Tribune, Phoenix AZ (February 5, 2007)
- SNAP Protests Planned Visit of Accused Priest, by Neil Relyea, WCPO, Reading OH (February 4, 2007)
- Judge Approves First Step of Portland Archdiocese Reorganization, in Insurance Journal, Portland OR (February 5, 2007)
- Des Moines Diocese Suspends Priest after Allegation, in Radio Iowa (February 3, 2007)
- Diocese Reports Losses of $2.3 Million, by Bruce Rushton, Springfield Journal-Register, Springfield IL (February 5, 2007)

February 6 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Clerical Abuse Probe Widens, in Belfast Today, Northern Ireland (February 5, 2007)
- Woman Claims Two Ore. Nuns Abused Her As a Child, Associated Press, Portland OR (February 6, 2007)
- Local Catholic Finances 'Stretched', by David Briggs, Plain Dealer, Cleveland OH (February 6, 2007)
- Controversial Bishop Forced by Church to Cancel Arizona Appearances, by Michael Clancy, Arizona Republic (February 5, 2007)
- Former Gonzaga Teacher Accused of Misconduct, on WJLA, Washington (February 5, 2007)
- Gonzaga Priest Accused of Sexual Misconduct with Minors: Church Searches for Potential Victims, on NBC 4, Washington DC (February 5, 2007)
- Priest Accused of Sexual Misconduct with Minors: Church Searches for Potential Victims, on WBAL (February 6, 2007)
- Witnesses Not on Trial: Truth Inquiry Judge, in Ottawa Sun, Canada (February 6, 2007)
- The Benefit of Doubt, by John Patrick Shanley, Boston Globe, United States (February 6, 2007)
- Roots of Abuse New Study Will Look at Homosexuality, Dissent, by Wayne Laugesen, National Catholic Register (February 6, 2007)
- Diocese Appealing Judgment on Sexual Abuse Compensation, on CBC News, Canada (February 6, 2007)

February 7 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Judge Rules Church Must Release Files It Has on Notorious Priest, Associated Press, Los Angeles CA (February 7, 2007)
- Child Molester Walks Free after Conviction Is Quashed, in Kilkenny People, Ireland (February 7, 2007)
- Jesuits Seek to Contact Those Priest Might Have Abused, by Liz Kay, Baltimore Sun (February 7, 2007)
- Judge Orders Release of Church Files on Molester Priest: Though Agreeing to Release Material As Part of a Settlement with Eight Orange County Victims of Siegfried Widera, the Milwaukee Archdiocese Had Sought to Withhold Some Records, by Peter Y. Hong, Los Angeles Times (February 7, 2007)
- Fans Upset That Retired Bishop Not Given OK to Talk Here, by Ryn Gargulinski, Tucson Citizen (February 7, 2007)
- Retreat Facilitator's Past As Sex Abuser Resurfaces: A Victims' Advocacy Group Says the Adult Participants in an Episcopal Center's Retreat Should Be Told That the Facilitator Is Registered with the Texas Department of Corrections. The Former Priest Says He Is Reformed, by Pamela Miller, Star Tribune, Collegeville MN (February 6, 2007)
- Suicidal Monk Has Wrestled with Past, by Christopher Burbach, World-Herald, Elkhorn NE (February 7, 2007)
- Talks Bring Back Bad Memories: Compensation Expected by 2008 for Abuse at Residential Schools, by Steve Bruce, Chronicle Herald, Canada (February 7, 2007)
- Priest Wanted on Assault Charge Waives Extradition, by Chris Kahn, Mohave Daily News (February 6, 2007)
- Defendant Requests Second DNA Test: Pastor Accused in Girl's Pregnancy, by Tina A. Brown, Hartford Courant (February 7, 2007)
- Brazil Church Leaders Plead Not Guilty, Associated Press, Miami FL (February 6, 2007)
- Priest Faces Lawsuit for Child Support: Jesuits Say in Court Papers They Are Not Obligated to Pay, by Lisa Demer, Anchorage Daily News, Alaska (February 7, 2007)
- Ex-Student Accuses Jesuit of Misconduct, by Michelle Boorstein, Washington Post, Maryland (February 7, 2007)
- CBS13 Continues to Investigate a Fugitive Priest, by Sam Shane, CBS 13, Sacramento CA (February 6, 2007)
- In the Open, in Daily Nonpareil, Council Bluffs IA (February 7, 2007)
- Former Phillips Priest Named in Federal Lawsuit: Chicago Man Claims Fitzmaurice, Three Others, Raped Him As a Child; Attorney Claims There Are Wisconsin Victims, by Patti Wenzel, The-Bee, Wisconsin (February 7, 2007)

February 8 [Abuse Tracker list]

- More Allegations against Priest, by Terry Lee Goodrich, Star-Telegram, Fort Worth TX (February 8, 2007)
- Lingering 'Doubt', in Boston Globe (February 8, 2007)
- Jesuits Seek Sex Abuse Victims of Former Priest, by Ron Cassie, Baltimore Sun (February 8, 2007)
- Play on Church Sex Scandal Casts 'Doubt' on Truth, by Margery Eagan, Boston Herald (February 8, 2007)
- Diocese Updates Priest Investigations, Associated Press, Fort Worth TX (February 7, 2007)
- Records of Pedophile Priest to Become Public: California Court Case Involves Former Milwaukee Pastor, by Marie Rohde, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (February 7, 2007)
- More Clergy Abuse Files Turn up in FW: Lawyer in Civil Case Outraged over Diocese's Failure to Admit Papers, by Brooks Egerton, Dallas Morning News, Fort Worth TX (February 7, 2007)
- Lieber Wants to End Time Limits on Sex Crimes, by Mike Zapler and Edwin Garcia, Palo Alto Daily News, California (February 8, 2007)
- Secrecy's Dangerous Side Effects: When Legal Settlements Allow Companies to Hide Their Mistakes, What We Don't Know Can Hurt Us, by Richard Zitrin, Los Angeles Daily News (February 8, 2007)
- Deadline Sought for Abuse Claims: A Motion in the Davenport Diocese Bankruptcy Case Proposes That Victims Speak up by July 16, by Erin Jordan, Des Moines Register, Davenport IA (February 8, 2007)
- Jury Selection Set for Pastor Accused of Molestation, on First Coast News, Jacksonville FL (February 8, 2007)
- Award-Winning Play 'Doubt' Makes Its Boston Premiere, by Rosemary Ford, The Eagle-Tribune, Boston MA (February 8, 2007)
- Priest Shouldn't Be on Sex Offender List, Lawyer Says, by Gary Craig, Democrat and Chronicle, Rochester NY (February 8, 2007)
- Clergy Child Molesters Should Not Be Kept Secret: Are We Clear? by Christa Brown, OpEd News, Atlanta GA (February 7, 2007)

February 9 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Whitbourne Abuse Cases Can't Be Tried Together: Court, on CBC News, Canada (February 9, 2007)
- Bankruptcy Sidesteps Trial for Diocese, by Todd Dvorak, Ely Times (February 9, 2007)
- Cardinal Stafford Speaks at St. John's Seminary, in The Pilot (February 9, 2007)
- Bill Proposed to Lift Rape Statute of Limitations, by Nannette Miranda, ABC30, California (February 8, 2007)
- Openness at Long Last: Releasing 3,000 Pages of Documents in the Case of Pedophile Siegfried Widera Will Help the Public Better Understand How the Catholic Church Handled the Case of an Abusive Priest, editorial in Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (February 8, 2007)
- A Priest Has Been Charged with Sexual Abuse, in Typically Spanish, Spain (February 8, 2007)
- Suspected Abuser Returned to School, Some Testify: Mater Dei's Renowned Basketball Coach Was Warned Not to Let His Fired Assistant Back on Campus, but He Apparently Did, by Dave McKibben, Los Angeles Times, California (February 9, 2007)
- Vatican Rejects Wendelboe Appeal, by John Koziol, The Citizen, New Hampshire (February 8, 2007)
- Crisis in the Polish Church, by Father Richard P. McBrien, The Tidings (February 9, 2007)
- Sex Offender Status Argued in Priest's Case, by Gary Craig, Star-Gazette (February 9, 2007)
- Church Sex Abuse Scandal, 5 Years Later, by Chuck Colbert, In Newsweekly, Boston MA (February 8, 2007)
- Official: Ex-Mendham Priest, Molester Homeless: Judge Reduces Hanley's Bail, but He'd Have Nowhere to Go, by Abbott Koloff, Daily Record, New Jersey (February 9, 2007)
- Hearing Held for Jailed Priest: Lawyer Says His Client Shouldn't Be Placed on State's Sex Offender Registry, by Gary Craig, Democrat and Chronicle, Rochester NY (February 9, 2007)
- Priest Accused of Stealing Parish Cash: Lambertville Parish Lost $10k, Says Prosecutor. The Rev. Marian Drozd to Appear in Court Today, by Andrea Eilenberger, The Express-Times, New Jersey (February 09, 2007)
- Buddhist Priest Busted for Molesting Girl under Guise of Dispelling Evil Spirit, in Mainichi Daily News, Japan (February 9, 2007)
- Diocese Asked to Help Catch Fugitive Priest, by Jennifer Garza, Sacramento Bee (February 9, 2007)
- I-Team: Cleveland Bishop Controversy, on MyFox Cleveland (February 8, 2007)
- Cardinal Meets with Sex Abuse Commission, by John Cooney, Irish Independent (February 9, 2007)
- Parishes Key to Diocese Settlement, in Insurance News Net, Spokane WA (February 9, 2007)
- Request for Priest to Stay off Sex Offender Registry, on WHAM (February 9, 2007)
- Serbian Priest Sentenced to Jail for Sexual Abuse of Boys, Associated Press (February 9, 2007)
- Judge Fines NY Attorney over ''Baseless'' Church Abuse Cases, by David B. Caruso, Newsday (February 9, 2007)
- Former Priest of SOC Convicted of Pedophilia, in Makfax, Serbia (February 9, 2007)

February 10 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Adult Education: Combating the Social Ill of Child Sexual Abuse, in The Tidings, Los Angeles CA (February 9, 2007)
- Priest's RICO Claims over Firing Rejected, by Anthony Lin, Law.com, New York (February 12, 2007)
- Subject of Documentary to Attend McAllen Screening: Cine El Rey to Show 'Hand of God', by Bruce Lee Smith, Brownsville Herald, McAllen TX (February 10, 2007)
- Lawsuit Accuses Pastor of Abuse, by Melody McDonald, Star-Telegram (February 10, 2007)
- No Bail Reduction for Ex-Pastor Accused of Assault, by Tatiana Zarnowski, Carlisle Sentinel, Pennsylvania (February 9, 2007)
- Church Exodus Slows in Austria, in Washington Times (February 11, 2007)
- Church Knew of Abuse by Priest: Archdiocese Worked to Protect Milwaukee Cleric, Records Show, by Marie Rohde, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (February 10, 2007)
- No More Residential School Cover-Ups, in Cowichan Valley News Leader, Canada (February 10, 2007)
- Johnston Trial Set to Begin Soon, by John Ford, Neosho Daily News, Missouri (February 10, 2007)
- Las Vegas Priest Accused in Assault Back in Clark County, on KLAS, Las Vegas NV (February 11, 2007)

February 11 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Church Exodus Slows in Austria, in Washington Times (February 11, 2007)
- Church Knew of Abuse by Priest: Archdiocese Worked to Protect Milwaukee Cleric, Records Show, by Marie Rohde, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (February 10, 2007)
- No More Residential School Cover-Ups, in Cowichan Valley News Leader, Canada (February 10, 2007)
- Johnston Trial Set to Begin Soon, by John Ford, Neosho Daily News, Missouri (February 10, 2007)
- Las Vegas Priest Accused in Assault Back in Clark County, on KLAS (February 11, 2007)
- Records Recount Moves of Wis. Priest with History of Abuse, Associated Press (February 11, 2007)
- Bill Would End Statute of Limitations on Rape: Legislator: Victims Need Time to Come Forward, by Mike Zapler and Edwin Garcia, Inside Bay Area (February 11, 2007)
- Funeral Services Set for Priest Who Was Barred, in Detroit Free Press (February 11, 2007)
- Vatican Rejects Initial Pleas to Keep N.H. Churches Open: 3 Catholic Parishes Slated for Merger, Associated Press, New Hampshire (February 10, 2007)
- Rector Charged with Sexual Assault of Teen, by Jim Lowe, Lampasas Dispatch Record (February 12, 2007)
- Some Say Clergy Abuse around the Country Continues to Be a Problem, by Rebecca Solomon, WJFW, Wisconsin (February 11, 2007)

February 12 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Judge Emerges As Polarizing Figure As Retention Looms, by Adam Silverman, Burlington Free Press, Vermont (February 12, 2007)
- Priests' Trust Shaken: Clergy Say Mismanagement Left Pension Funds in Pinch, by Laura Crimaldi, Boston Herald (February 11, 2007)
- 'Perv'-Priest Ax Shocks Flock, by Dan Mangan and Jana Winter, New York Post (February 12, 2007)
- Church at Logger-Heads with Priest, by Fatima Schroeder, IOL, South Africa (February 12, 2007)
- Sunshine, Departed Take Writers Guild Awards, on RTE News, United States (February 12, 2007)
- Reaction to Priest's Cancelled Visit to Reading Parish, by Neil Relyea, WCPO, Reading OH (February 12, 2007)
- Berrien County Pastor Arrested on Multiple Child Pornography Charges, on WWMT, Mighigan (February 12, 2007)

February 13 [Abuse Tracker list]

- London Diocese to Sell Bishops Home, in CD98.9, Canada (February 13, 2007)
- Diocese to Be Open about Abuse, by Greg Smith, Norwich Bulletin (February 13, 2007)
- Sex Cases Prompt Sale of Bishop's Home, by Joe Matyas, London Free Press, Canada (February 13, 2007)
- San Diego Diocese Wants Abuse Trials Postponed: State Appellate Court: It Has Also Asked That Some of the Pending Claims Be Dismissed, by Michael Fisher, The Press-Enterprise, California (February 12, 2007)
- Documents Show Church Knew about Abuse, by Charles Benson, TMJ4 (February 13, 2007)
- Families of Murderous Priests to Speak out, in Earth Times, Chicago IL (February 13, 2007)
- Sex-Abuse Bill Would Expand Victims' Ability for Civil Suits, by Ann S. Kim, Portland Press-Herald, Maine (February 13, 2007)
- Vermont Judge Faces High Praise, Harsh Criticism, Associated Press, Vermont (February 13, 2007)
- Pastor Pleads No Contest to Sex Abuse of Teen Cousin, in Charleston Gazette, West Virginia (February 13, 2007)
- Pastor in Putnam County Pleads No Contest to Sexual Abuse Charges, on WOWK, Winfield WV (February 12, 2007)
- Cape Coral Youth Pastor Arrested for Sexual Battery, in NaplesNews (February 13, 2007)
- Priest Appears in Las Vegas Court on Attempted Murder, Sex Assault Charges, on FoxNews (February 13, 2007)
- Youth Pastor Charged with Sexual Assault, on NBC 2 (February 13, 2007)
- Pastor Pleads No Contest to Sex Abuse of Teen Cousin, in Charleston Gazette, West Virginia (February 13, 2007)
- 9 Judges Set to Formally Approve School Deal, on CBC News, Canada (February 13, 2007)

February 14 [Abuse Tracker list]

- 'Hollow Statement': Selling Bishop's Home Not Enough: Victims, by Jane Sims, London Free Press, Canada (February 14, 2007)
- Convention of Catholic Priests Sparks Action from Abuse Victims, by Nathan Baca, NewsChannel 3, Pal Springs CA (February 14, 2007)
- Sex Abuse Survivors Back Lawsuit Measure, by Judy Harrison, Bangor Daily News (February 14, 2007)
- Augusta: Diocese Opposes Bill to Allow More Abuse Lawsuits, in Portland Press Herald, Maine (February 14, 2007)
- Mentor Accused of Sex Abuse: One of the Teen Boys a Katrina Survivor, by Rachel Myers, The News-Press, Fort Myers FL (February 14, 2007)
- Youth Pastor Charged with Sexual Assault, on NBC 2 (February 13, 2007)
- £100,000 Church Theft Probe, by Luke Traynor, icLiverpool, United Kingdom (February 14, 2007)
- Too Close for Comfort: Former Priest, Sex Offender Living in Building with Day Care, by Cathleen Falsani, Chicago Sun-Times (February 14, 2007)
- Alleged Abuse Victims Rally near Clergy Meet, by Nicole C. Brambila, Desert Sun, Palm Springs CA (February 14, 2007)
- Accused Priest Appears in Nevada Court, by Ken Ritter, Akron Farm Report (February 13, 2007)
- Bishop of Las Vegas Catholic Diocese Speaks out on Recent Controversy, on KVBC, Las Vegas NV (February 14, 2007)
- Local Catholics React to Faith Being Tested, on KLAS, Las Vegas NV (February 14, 2007)
- Priest to Plead Guilty to Theft by Deception, in Sioux City Journal (February 14, 2007)
- Priest Charged with Stealing Cash from Collections: The Rev. Marian Drozd, 42, Was Charged Friday with One Count of Third-Degree Theft and Released without Bail, by Linda Seida, Lambertville Beacon, New Jersey (February 14, 2007)
- Former Priest's Sex-Abuse Appeal before Court, by Peter Smith, The Courier-Journal (February 14, 2007)
- 'You See the World in a Different Light', by Marites N. Sison, Anglican Journal, Canada (February 14, 2007)
- There Is No Excuse: Priest, Jesuits Should Apologize, Then Settle Child-Support Claims, in Anchorage Daily News, Alaska (February 10, 2007)
- SNAP Offers Help to Possible Victims, Witnesses, by Patti Wenzel, The-Bee, Phillips WI (February 14, 2007)
- Sex Offender Sentenced for Not Notifying State, by Doug Erickson, Wisconsin State Journal (February 3, 2007)
- Roman Catholic Clergy Will Continue Convention, in Orange County Register (February 14, 2007)
- Priest Sex-Abuse Case Postponed, by Beth Miller, News Journal, Syracuse NY (February 14, 2007)

February 15 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Activists Protest near Church Meeting: Alleged Victims of Abuse March outside Hotel, by Nicole C. Brambila, Desert Sun, Palm Springs CA (February 15, 2007)
- Video Is Cited in Ex-Priest's Appeal: Ex-Priest Fights Sex Conviction, by Peter Smith, Courier-Journal, Frankfort KY (February 15, 2007)
- Diocese under Fire for Not Naming Accused Priests, by Kathryn Marchocki, Union Leader, Manchester NH (February 15, 2007)
- Notes on a Scandal: NH Clergy Abuse Five Years on, in Union Leader, New Hampshire (February 15, 2007)
- Friend Saw Signs of Abuse in Church Leader's Victim, by Maggie Newland, NBC 2, Florida (February 14, 2007)
- Allegations of Sexual Misconduct against Four Priests, in Soonews, Canada (February 15, 2007)
- Pilfering Priests, by Tim Padgett, Time, United States (February 15, 2007)

February 16 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Priest's Lawyer Wants New Trial: Claims Judge Erred in Not Allowing Jury to See Tape, Associated Press, Frankfort KY (February 16, 2007)
- Group Wants Church to Name Accused Clergy, in Sioux City Journal, Omaha NE (February 16, 2007)
- Priest on Child Sex Charges, in ic Birmingham, United Kingdom (February 16, 2007)
- Judge's Sentence for Patrick Doyle Drawing Controversy, by Julie Manganis, Salem News (February 16, 2007)
- Pedophile Priest Sorry, by Mark Dunn and Mark Buttler, Herald Sun, Australia (February 17, 2007)
- Priest Charged over Child Offence, on BBC News, United Kingdom (February 16, 2007)
- Judge: Priest Must Go on Sex Offender Registry, by Gary Craig, Democrat and Chronicle, Rochester NY (February 16, 2007)
- Priest Pleads Guilty to Embezzlement, on KETV (February 16, 2007)
- Ex-Priest Says His Accusers' Stories Differ on Vidoetapes, Associated Press (February 16, 2007)
- Diocese Here This Weekend, on KFDX, Wichita Falls TX (February 16, 2007)
- Priest Pleads Guilty in Embezzlement Case, by John Keenan and Kristin Zagurski, World-Herald, Omaha NE (February 16, 2007)
- Local Jesuit Priest Sued by Children for Unpaid Child Support, on KHQ (February 16, 2007)

February 17 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Kin Suspect Letter Fueled Monk's Bid at Suicide, by Shirley Ragsdale, Des Moines Register (February 17, 2007)
- New Leader Named for Greenwich's St. Michael, by Neil Vigdor, The Advocate (February 17, 2007)
- Film Keeps Focus on Pedophile Priest: 'Deliver Us from Evil,' Which Chronicles Oliver O'Grady's Legacy of Abuse, Has Made Him a Pariah in His Irish Homeland, Where He Could Still Face Charges, and Brought New Attention to Cardinal Roger M, by Gina Piccalo, Los Angeles Times, California (February 17, 2007)
- Ex-Priest Accused of Sexual Abuse in '70s, by Howard Greninger, The Tribune-Star (February 16, 2007)
- Priest Yet to Go to Prison: Sentenced in 2004 for Molestation but Only for 2 Years Because He Has Cancer, He Hasn't Served Time, by Zachary R. Dowdy, Newsday, Long Island NY (February 17, 2007)
- Sex Offender List Will Include Priest: Judge Rejects Bid to Keep Volino's Name off N.Y. Registry, by Gary Craig, Democrat and Chronicle, Rochester NY (February 17, 2007)
- Court: Priest Sentenced for Child Porn to Be on Sex Offender Registry, on WSTM (February 17, 2007)
- Bishop's Statement on Sex Abuse Lawsuits, by David Helwig, Sootoday, Canada (February 17, 2007)
- Pedophile Priest Film Debuts in Ireland, in United Press International (February 17, 2007)
- Group Wants N.H. Diocese to Release Names of Accused Priests, in Foster's Daily Democrat (February 17, 2007)
- Richmond Roman Catholic Diocese Seeks 'Tamper-Proof' Collections, Associated Press, Virginia (February 17, 2007)

February 18 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Lawyer Seeks Leads for Sex Suit on Priest, Associated Press (February 18, 2007)
- Our Lady of Las Vegas: Troubles at Church Ongoing: Priest Accused in Attack Brought in to Heal Rift over Previous Pastor, by Brian Haynes, Review-Journal (February 18, 2007)
- Your Turn: Abbey Continues to Put Kids at Risk, by David Clohessy and Bob Schwiderski, SNAP, St. Cloud Times, Minnesota (February 15, 2007)
- Sex Fiends See Explicit DVDs, by Geoff Wilkinson, Herald Sun, Australia (February 19, 2007)
- A Free Crypt for the Columnist from Cardinal Mahony? by Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times (February 18, 2007)
- Richmond Diocese Seeks to Guard Cash: Procedures, Tamper-Proof Bags Suggested to Assure Collection Donations Are Safe, in Richmond Times-Dispatch, Virginia (February 18, 2007)
- Former Priest Being Sued for Child Support, by Jill Burke, KTUU (February 17, 2007)
- Pilla Had Hidden Account, Ex-CFO Says: Diocese Denies Charges by Indicted Financial Officer, by Mike Tobin, Plain Dealer, Cleveland OH (February 18, 2007)
- Excommunicated " Mystic" on Trial over New Abuse Charges, in Catholic News, Australia (February 15, 2007)
- Irish Priest Subject of US Sex Lawsuits, by Stephen Rogers, One in Four, Ireland (February 15, 2007)
- Children Deleted from Paedophile Film, by Stephen Rogers, One in Four, Ireland (February 14, 2007)
- Abuse Victims Urged to Take Part in New Dublin Inquiry, in Unison, Ireland (February 8, 2007)
- Former Friar Admits Sex Assault of Girl, in One in Four, Ireland (February 9, 2007)
- Case against Christian Brother Settled, in One in Four, Ireland (February 8, 2007)
- 'Address Clergy Child Sex Abuse,' Victims Tell Attorney General, in Yahoo!, Austin TX (February 18, 2007)
- Diocese of San Diego Eyeing Bankruptcy, by Mark Sauer and Sandi Dolbee, Union-Tribune, San Diego CA (February 18, 2007)
- Pastoral Statement, in Union-Tribune, San Diego CA (February 18, 2007)
- Former Priest Ridsdale Says Sorry, in Catholic News, Australia (February 18, 2007)
- Brown Takes Aim at Daley's Work As State's Attorney: Victims' Group Members Claim They Took Alleged Priest Misconduct to Daley, on NBC 5, Chicago IL (February 18, 2007)
- Ex-Diocese Official Charged with Diverting Funds Accuses Bishop, Associated Press, Cleveland OH (February 18, 2007)

February 19 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Van Wert County Parish Defends Accused Priest: St. Mary Vents Grief to Bishop, by David Yonke, Toledo Blade, Van Wert OH (February 19, 2007)
- Reflections of an Archbishop: Kelly Takes Stock of Tenure, by Peter Smith, The Courier-Journal, Louisville KY (February 18, 2007)
- Archbishop Kelly's Louisville Tenure, in Courier-Journal, Louisville KY (February 18, 2007)
- Diocese of San Diego Considers Filing for Bankruptcy, in Canton Repository (February 19, 2007)
- Catholic Diocese Weighs Bankruptcy, by Mark Sauer and Sandi Dolbee, Union-Tribune, San Diego CA (February 19, 2007)
- San Diego Diocese Faces Bankruptcy, on RTE News, San Diego CA (February 19, 2007)
- McAllen Theater Shows Controversial Documentary Hand of God, by Jeremy Roebuck, The Monitor, McAllen TX (February 19, 2007)
- Bishops Look at Fleecings of Flocks, by Alan Gomez, USA Today, United States (February 18, 2007)
- Valley Priest Proves a Hit on Web with Online Videos: The Priest Is a Webmaster in the Society of St. Paul, by Linda M. Linonis, Vindicator, Youngstown OH (February 19, 2007)
- Rev. Edward J. Arsenault: Diocese of Manchester, by Rev. Edward J. Arsenault, Union Leader, New Hampshire (February 19, 2007)
- Diocese of San Diego Considers Bankruptcy, in Lompoc Record (February 19, 2007)
- Tarr Seeks to Increase Penalty for Child Endangerment, by Julie Manganis, Salem News (February 19, 2007)
- Trial of Vicar Adjourned, in Hereford Times, United Kingdom (February 19, 2007)
- Proposed Jessiica's Law Requires Caution, editorial in WacoTribune (February 19, 2007)
- Sins of the Father? 5 Decades after a Priest Allegedly Molested 3 Brothers, Their Case Plays out, by Paul Asay, The Gazette, Colorado Springs CO (February 18, 2007)

February 20 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Parishioners Say Deacon's Comments Blame Parents for Sex Abuses, by Kaitlin Bell, The Monitor (February 20, 2007)
- Hearing Date Set in Church Lawyer Misconduct Dispute, by Sam Hemingway, Burlington Free Press, Vermont (February 20, 2007)
- Diocese's Bankruptcy Threat Upsets Abuse Victims in San Diego, by Tony Perry, Los Angeles Times (February 20, 2007)
- San Diego Diocese's Possible Bankruptcy Declaration Decried, by Michael Fisher, The Press-Enterprise, California (February 19, 2007)
- Congregation Begins Healing Process, by Ed Gebert, Times Bulletin, Van Wert OH (February 20, 2007)
- Victims Gather at Catholic Diocese to Denounce Bishop's Letter, by Andrea Hsu, KPBS, San Diego CA (February 19, 2007)
- Bad Housekeeping, editorial in Commonweal (February 23, 2007)
- Polygamists' Trials Now on Again, by Jim Seckler, Daily News (February 19, 2007)
- Diocese to Sell Three Davenport Properties, by Dustin Lemmon, Quad-City Times, Davenport IA (February 20, 2007)
- San Diego Diocese Mulls Bankruptcy, on NBC San Diego (February 19, 2007)
- Lawyer Says San Diego Diocese's Bankruptcy Threat Is a Ploy, Associated Press, San Diego CA (February 20, 2007)
- Pittsburgh Diocese Investigates Millvale Allegations, by Bobby Kerlik, Tribune-Review, Pittsburgh PA (February 20, 2007)
- How Much Is Too Much for Sex Abuse 'Victims'? Inquiry Hears Debate on How Gruelling Court Experience Should Be, by CP, Ottawa Sun, Canada (February 20, 2007)
- Clergy Meet As Activists Blast Idea of Bankruptcy, by Mark Sauer and Sandi Dolbee, Union-Tribune, San Diego CA (February 20, 2007)
- Fort Myers Youth Pastor Faces Additional Charge, in Naples Daily News, Fort Myers FL (February 20, 2007)
- Brom's Gambit, in Union-Tribune, San Diego CA (February 20, 2007)
- Abuse Victims Complain about Grilling at Cornwall Inquiry: Accused Need Equal Treatment, Lawyer Says, on CBC, Canada (February 20, 2007)
- Police Arrest Camden Pastor, in State, Camden SC (February 20, 2007)
- Minister Accused of Soliciting Sex from Teenager, by Maggie Alexander, WIS, South Carolina (February 20, 2007)
- Group Asks Southern Baptist Leaders to Address Clergy Sex Abuse, by Bob Allen, Ethics Daily, Nashville TN (February 19, 2007)
- Archbishop Deposed in Sex-Abuse Case, by Jay Weaver, Bradenton Herald, Miami FL (February 20, 2007)

February 21 [Abuse Tracker list]

- New Canaan Judge Named to Lead High Court, by Brian Lockhart, The Advocate (February 21, 2007)
- Remorse from Jail, in Wimmera Mail Times, Australia (February 21, 2007)
- Court Dates Set for Leaders, by John Ford, Neosho Daily News (February 20, 2007)
- Text of Motion Alleging Bishop Had Slush Fund, by Matt C. Abbott, Renew America, Cleveland OH (February 20, 2007)
- Mexico Tightens Jail Terms for Child Abuse, in IOL (February 21, 2007)
- Bishop Fears Diocese May File for Bankruptcy, in Universe Newsroom, San Diego CA (February 21, 2007)
- Commish Lays down the Law: Project Truth Inquiry Head to Protect Witnesses from Being Revictimized, in Ottawa Sun, Canada (February 21, 2007)
- Portland Diocese Facing Another Priest Abuse Lawsuit, on WCSH, Maine (February 21, 2007)
- Baptists Asked to Crack down on Abusers, by Rose French, Associated Press, carried in Washington Post (February 21, 2007)
- Vatican Tribunal Won't Consider Excommunication Appeal, in Omaha World-Herald (February 21, 2007)
- Johnston Trial Delayed, by John Ford, Neosho Daily News, Missouri (February 21, 2007)
- Ex-Sisters Pastor Gets 18 Years for Abuse, on KTVZ, Oregon (February 21, 2007)
- Supreme Court Chief Justice Nominee Took on Cardinal, by John Christoffersen, Newsday, Connecticut (February 21, 2007)
- Vatican Rejects Call to Action Appeal; Bishop Urges Return to Church, by S.L. Hansen, Catholic Online, Lincoln NE (February 21, 2007)
- Former Priest Faces Second Lawsuit, in MaineToday (February 21, 2007)
- Rector of Holy Innocents' Relieved Pending an Audit, by Cynthia Daniels, Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Georgia (February 22, 2007)
- Teen in Search of Family Sues Warren Jeffs, on KSL, Utah (February 21, 2007)
- Report Urges Church to Immediately Remove Priests Accused of Abuse, on ABC 7, Chicago IL (February 21, 2007)
- Minister Accused of Soliciting Sex from Teenager, by Maggie Alexander, WIS, Camden SC (February 20, 2007)

February 22 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Judge Orders Settlement Talks in San Diego Church Abuse Suits, in San Francisco Chronicle, San Diego CA (February 21, 2007)
- Lawsuit against Priest Puts Blame on Diocese, by Gregory D. Kesich, Portland Press Herald, Maine (February 22, 2007)
- New Pastor Aims to Heal Wounded Congregation, by Margaret Ramirez, Chicago Tribune (February 22, 2007)
- Archdiocese Praised on Sex Abuse, Monitoring Questioned, by Cathleen Falsani, Chicago Sun-Times (February 22, 2007)
- Survivors Wait While Lawyers Squabble: Disputed Legal Fees Mean Compensation Payments Are Again Delayed. Second in a Series, by Jacqueline Windh, The Tyee, Canada (February 22, 2007)
- Priest Abuse Claims Led to Suspension: Greek Orthodox Leader Retired July 1, by Sam Hodges, Dallas Morning News (February 22, 2007)
- Archdiocese Sets New Rules in Sex Abuse Cases, by Margaret Ramirez, Chicago Tribune (February 21, 2007)
- Cardinal in Mexico Responds to Lawsuit Filed against Him, in Fresno Bee, California (February 22, 2007)
- Cardinal Says He Warned Mahony: A Catholic Leader in Mexico Says He Sent the Head of the L.A. Archdiocese a Letter about a Priest Later Charged with Abuse, by Joe Mozingo, Los Angeles Times (February 22, 2007)
- Judge Orders Diocese Attorneys to Court, by Sandi Dolbee, Union-Tribune, San Diego CA (February 21, 2007)
- Judge Likely Aims to Prevent Bankruptcy, by Sandi Dolbee and Greg Moran, Union-Tribune, San Diego CA (February 22, 2007)
- Priest in Court over Sex Offences: A Church of England Priest Has Appeared before Magistrates Accused of the Attempted Rape of a Child and Six Other Sexual Offences, on BBC News, United Kingdom (February 22, 2007)
- Ex-Priest Abused Him, Augusta Man Says in Suit, in Sun Journal, Maine (February 22, 2007)
- Catholic Priest to Stand Trial on Abuse Charges, in This is Lancashire, United Kingdom (February 22, 2007)
- San Diego Bishop Robert Brom Uses the Threat of Bankruptcy to Push for a Settlement in Consolidated Clergy Child Abuse Cases: How the Diocese Is Wrongly Trying to Triangulate a Simple Issue of Accountability, by Marci Hamilton, FindLaw, San Diego CA (February 22, 2007)
- Priest Faces Rape Charges, in Daily Star, Philippines (February 22, 2007)
- Allies Could Cause Alarm for Rudy, by Tom Brune, Newsday, Washington DC (February 21, 2007)
- Bill Would Make More Child-Sex Crimes a Felony, by Peter Smith, The Courier-Journal, Kentucky (February 22, 2007)
- Trial Delayed in Missouri Church Sex Abuse Case, Associated Press (February 22, 2007)
- Johnston Trial Delayed, by John Ford, Neosho Daily News (February 22, 2007)

February 23 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Bill Would Expand Felony Child Sex Abuse: Statute of Limitations Could Be Extended, by Peter Smith, Courier-Journal, Kentucky (February 23, 2007)
- Priest Abuse Case Lawyers Meet for Six Hours in L.A. Sides Mum on Progress, but 'Nobody Walked Away', by Greg Moran and Matt Krasnowski, Union-Tribune, San Diego CA (February 23, 2007)
- Archdiocese Improves Tactics Vs. Sex Abuse, Associated Press, Chicago IL (February 23, 2007)
- Perv Priest Stays in Jail: Judge Rejects Request to Enter Rehab on Bat-Attack Case, by Ali Winston, Jersey Journal, New Jersey (February 23, 2007)
- Results of Sex Abuse Lawsuit Settlement Talks Unclear, by Michael Fisher, Press-Enterprise, California (February 22, 2007)
- Holy Spirit Deacon to Apologize for Homily, by Kaitlin Bell, The Monitor, McAllen TX (February 22, 2007)
- Lawsuit Claims Church Hid Allegations of Sexual Abuse: A Woman Says She Was Molested by a Former Priest When She Was 6, by Jeff Brumley, Times-Union, Jacksonville FL (February 23, 2007)
- EC General Counsel Disputes Group's Child Sex Abuse Claims in Ap Story, in Baptist Press, Nashville TN (February 22, 2007)
- More Pressure on Southern Baptist Church, by Natalie Dick, WCNC, South Carolina (February 23, 2007)
- McKnight out: Catholic Church Leaders Protect Mater Dei Coach from Deposition, by Gustavo Arellano, Orange County Weekly, California (February 22, 2007)
- Bankruptcy Trustee Disputes Billing by Attorneys for Diocese, Victims, by Erik Loney, KXLY, Spokane WA (February 22, 2007)
- Convicted Priest Pedophile Will Remain behind Bars, in My Fox, Jersey City NJ (February 22, 2007)
- Aptist Churches Face Child Sexual Abuse Condemnation, by Rachel Charman, Pink News, United States (February 23, 2007)
- Pastor Defends Right to Solicit Rent Boys, Associated Press, Oklahoma (February 23, 2007)
- Priest Removed, Accused of Abuse, in Record-Eagle (February 23, 2007)
- Priest Removed from Ministry for Sexual Misconduct Allegations, on WPBN, Michigan (February 23, 2007)
- 'Deliver Us from Evil' — and the Film, in Standard Newswire (February 23, 2007)
- Southern Baptists Contest Clergy Sex Abuse Claims, by Audrey Barrick, Christian Post, Nashville TN (February 23, 2007)
- S-B-C Head Says Background Checks Needed at Churches, Associated Press, Nashville TN (February 23, 2007)
- Vatican Defrocks Priest, on WPRI, Boston MA (February 23, 2007)
- Attorney Says Trinity Lawsuit Worth " Millions", by Jeannie Blaylock, First Coast News, Jacksonville FL (February 23, 2007)
- Woman Claims Trinity Baptist Knew of Sex Abuse: Longtime Trinity Pastor Bob Gray Awaits Trial, on News4Jax, Jacksonville FL (February 23, 2007)

February 24 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Vatican Dismisses Boston Area Priest, Associated Press, Boston MA (February 24, 2007)
- Abuse Victims Demand More Than a Check from the Church, by Alan Cooperman, Washington Post, United States (February 24, 2007)
- Man in Sex-Abuse Suit Part of Children's Panel: Officials at St. Mary School in Aliso Viejo Say They Were Unaware of Ex-Mater Dei Vice Principal's Involvement in Two Cases, by Gwendolyn Driscoll, Orange County Register, California (February 24, 2007)
- Accused Molester Dismissed from Priesthood, by Mike Stucka, Salem News, Massachusetts (February 24, 2007)
- Trustee Says Diocese Bill High: Review Questions Amount of Lawyers' Fees, by John Stucke, Spokesman Review, Spokane WA (February 24, 2007)
- Ex-Cleric, Teacher Testifies to Abuse, by Valerie Kalfrin, Tampa Tribune (February 24, 2007)
- Priest Facing Sex Charges, on CKNW, Canada (February 24, 2007)
- Parish Priest Charged: Catholic Cleric Alleged to Have Touched Boys, by Neal Hall and Douglas Todd, Vancouver Sun, Canada (February 24, 2007)
- Archbishop Responds after Priest Charged with Sex Offences, by Deborah Jones, Globe and Mail, Canada (February 24, 2007)
- Church Probes Rape Case Vs. Priest, by Nestor Burgos Jr., Daily Star, Philippines (February 24, 2007)
- Mexican Bishops Assail Sex Offender Law, in Indian Catholic, Mexico (February 24, 2007)
- Academy Awards' Turlock Connection: Film a Shocking Look into Clergy Sex Abuse, by Diana Sai Farias, Turlock Journal, Turlock CA (February 24, 2007)
- "This Is What God Told Me to Do to You", in Dallas Observer, Fort Worth TX (February 23, 2007)

February 25 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Tucson Diocese's Filing Seen As Model : Similar Bankruptcy Move Eyed in S.d., by Sandi Dolbee, Union-Tribune, San Diego CA (February 25, 2007)
- Negotiations in Priest Sex-Abuse Cases to Resume This Week, by Teri Figueroa, North County Times, California (February 24, 2007)
- SNAP Members to Pass out Fliers Sunday, on 10 News, San Diego CA (February 24, 2007)
- Too Early for Parishes to Tell What Bankruptcy Filing Might Mean, by Gary Warth, North County Times, San Diego CA (February 24, 2007)
- Churches Sharpen up Sex Abuse Safeguards: High-Profile Cases Force New Diligence against Predators, by Leslie Boyd, Citizen-Times, Asheville NC (February 25, 2007)
- Priest Facing Sex Charges, on CKNW, Canada (February 24, 2007)
- Disgraced Ex-Pastor's Photo Keeps Being Stolen, by George Jaksa, Flint Journall (February 25, 2007)
- Priest Admits Porn Charges, by Marc Meneaud, ic Coventry, United Kingdom (February 25, 2007)
- Mexican Cardinal: LA Court Has No Legal Right to Try Him, by Ioan Grillo, Associated Press (February 25, 2007)
- Bishops Contradict Each Other in Priest Sex Abuse Scandal, by Diego Cevallos, IPS (February 23, 2007)
- Sex Abuse Victims Oppose Church Bankruptcy Claim, on KFMB (February 25, 2007)

February 26 [Abuse Tracker list]

- S.B. Diocese May Pay for San Diego Priests' Sins: Sex-Abuse Payouts Could Cost Local Congregations, by Stacia Glenn, Daily Bulletin, California (February 26, 2007)
- Priest-Abuse Activists Give Leaflets at Cathedral, in Union-Tribune, San Diego CA (February 26, 2007)
- Accuser Has Said He's Not a Victim, by Kirk Mitchell, Denver Post, Colorado (February 26, 2007)
- Sex Abuse Victims Oppose Church Bankruptcy Claim, on KFMB, San Diego CA (February 25, 2007)
- Lawyer: LA Can't Try Cardinal: Lawyer Says Only Mexican Court Can Rule on Sex Abuse Suit, Associated Press (February 26, 2007)
- 'Secret' Tribunal to Decide on Fate of Priest in Double-Rape Charge, by Florence F. Hibionada, News Today, Philippines (February 26, 2007)
- Catholic Faithful Asked to Pray for Sanctity of Priests, by Maricar M. Calubiran, News Today, Philippines (February 26, 2007)
- Pervert Priest Could Be Jailed, in Evening Post, United Kingdom (February 26, 2007)
- Lawyer: Priest May Plead Guilty: Attorney: Suspect Is Not Married, by Bill Freehling, Free Lance-Star, Virginia (February 26, 2007)
- Troup Pleads Guilty to Sexual Abuse, by Larry Wilson, Star-Gazette (February 26, 2007)
- Another Baptist Minister Arrested, Charged with Child Sex Exploitation, by Greg Warner, Associated Baptist Press (February 26, 2007)
- Arraignment Date Set for Priest Accused of Embezzlement, on WDBJ (February 26, 2007)
- Lawyer: Rodis Not Married, by Calvin R. Tice, Richmond Times-Dispatch (February 26, 2007)
- Book IDs Polish Priests As Informants, by Ryan Luca, SFGate.com (February 26, 2007)
- Embezzlement Hearing for Catholic Priest, on WRIC, Louisa VA (February 27, 2007)
- Dallas Greek Orthodox Priest Suspended, in Greek News (February 26, 2007)
- Former Methodist Leader Convicted, in One in Four, Northern Ireland (February 26, 2007)

February 27 [Abuse Tracker list]

- Ex-Priest Accused of Sex Abuse, Diocese Says, by Mark I. Pinsky, Orlando Sentinel (February 27, 2007)
- Judge Asks Diocese to Hold off on Bankruptcy, in Los Angeles Times (February 27, 2007)
- Ex-Steuben Pastor Pleads Guilty to Sex Abuse Charges: Painted Post Man Could Get More Than 30 Years in Prison, by Larry Wilson, Star-Gazette (February 27, 2007)
- Catholic Diocese Could File Bankruptcy Today, by Mark Sauer, Union-Tribune (February 27, 2007)
- Orlando Diocese Investigating Child Sex Abuse Allegations, on News 13, Orlando FL (February 26, 2007)
- Priest Removed Amid Claims of Relationship with Parishioner, on News4Jax (February 27, 2007)
- Priest Plea Is Possible: March 12 Arraignment Set in Case of Louisa County Priest Accused of Embezzling from Two Rural Churches, by Bill Freehling, Free Lance-Star (February 27, 2007)
- Letter by the Vestry about Removal of the Rev. Samuel C. Pascoe, in Times-Union, Florida (February 27, 2007)
- Anglicans Fire Conservative Clay Priest: Church Ousts Him after 'Inappropriate Relationship', by Jeff Brumley, Times-Union (February 27, 2007)
- Minister Sentenced to 14 Years in Rape, by Joe Meyer, Columbia Tribune, Colombia MO (February 27, 2007)
- Missionary Charged with Sex Abuse, on KUTV, Holladay UT (February 27, 2007)
- Two Jesuit Priests Named in $5 Million Sex-Abuse Suit, by Ashbel S. Green, OregonLive (February 27, 2007)
- Judge Asks Catholic Diocese to Wait on Filing Bankruptcy: Diocese Faces $200 Million in Claims of Sex Abuse, on 10 News (February 27, 2007)
- Jesuits Sued over Alleged Sex Abuse by Priests in Portland Area, Associated Press (February 27, 2007)
- Officials Apologize for Man on School Panel, by Gwendolyn Driscoll, Orange County Register, California (February 27, 2007)
- Las Vegas Priest Will Stand Trial in Attempted Murder Case, by Melissa Duran, KLAS, Las Vegas NV (February 28, 2007)
- Alleged Sex Assault Victim Records Himself Admitting Lies, by James Jarman, KOAA, Colorado (February 27, 2007)
- Much Awaited Isakowicz Book Released, in Poland.pl, Poland (February 26, 2007)
- Polish Priest's Book Identifies Clerics Who Helped, Resisted Secret Police, in Catholic World News, Poland (February 27, 2007)
- SD Diocese Files for Bankruptcy, by Greg Moran, Union-Tribune, San Diego CA (February 27, 2007)
- Women Accuse Priest of Sex Abuse, by Michael Amon, Newsday, Rockville Centre NY (February 27, 2007)
- San Diego Diocese to File Bankruptcy Protection on Trial's Eve, by Allison Hoffman, Associated Press (February 28, 2007)
- Catholic Diocese of S.D. Filing for Bankruptcy, by Andrea Hsu, KPBS, San Diego CA (February 27, 2007)
- Pastoral Statement on the Diocesan Reorganization, in Diocese of San Diego (February 27, 2007)

February 28 [Abuse Tracker list]
[see below for links to over 7,000 articles and commentary 1950-present]

- San Diego Diocese Files Chapter 11, by Allison Hoffman, Associated Press, carried in Charlotte Observer, San Diego CA (February 28, 2007)
- Abuse Trials Delayed As San Diego Diocese Files for Bankruptcy, by Allison Hoffman, Lompoc Record (February 28, 2007)
- Diocese Files Chapter 11: Bankruptcy Only Option in Face of Abuse Lawsuits, San Diego Bishop Says, Associated Press (February 28, 2007)
- Complex Legal Issues Will Accompany Filing, by Greg Moran, Union-Tribune (February 28, 2007)
- S.D. Catholic Diocese Files for Bankruptcy, by Mark Sauer, Union-Tribune, San Diego CA (February 28, 2007)
- Two Priests Abused Beaverton Girl in '60s, Lawsuit Claims: Allegations - the Oregon-Based Jesuit Province Says It Will Investigate All Charges, by Ashbel S. Green, Oregonian (February 28, 2007)
- San Diego Diocese Files for Bankruptcy: The Filing Puts Lawsuits from 150 People Who Alleged That They Were Sexually Abused by Priests in Abeyance. One Activist Calls the Move 'Morally Bankrupt.', by Tony Perry, Los Angeles Times (February 28, 2007)
- Abuse Bill Faces Struggle: Marr Wants Tougher Child Sex Crime Laws, by Richard Roesler, Spokesman Review (February 28, 2007)
- Shrinking Religion, by Nicole Sequino, Berkshire Eagle, Massachusetts (February 28, 2007)
- On Eve of Trial, San Diego Diocese Files for Bankruptcy Protection, by Michael Fisher, The Press-Enterprise, San Diego CA (February 27, 2007)
- Deacon Relieved of Some Duties, by Kaitlin Bell, The Monitor (February 27, 2007)
- Pueblo Man Dropped by Law Firm Suing Diocese, Marianists, by Patrick Malone, Pueblo Chieftain (February 28, 2007)
- Former Columbia Pastor Pleads Guilty to Abuse of 15-Year-Old Congregant, by Jennifer Eng, Columbia Missourian (February 28, 2007)
- Victim Won't Testify; Charges vs. Polygamist Dropped, by Jim Seckler, Daily News (February 27, 2007)
- LDS Missionary Charged with Aggravated Sexual Abuse of a Child, by Stephen Hunt, Salt Lake Tribune, Utah (February 28, 2007)
- Former LDS Missionary Faces Sex Abuse Charges, by Ross Becker, ABC 4, Utah (February 27, 2007)
- Bill to Make Child Endangerment a Felony, by Jessica Van Sack, Boston Herald (February 28, 2007)
- Abuse Critic Apologizes to Baptists: But SNAP Leader Insists SBC Do More on Pedophiles, by James Dowd, Commercial Appeal, Tennessee (February 28, 2007)
- Alaska Priest Involved in Oregon Sexual Abuse Lawsuit, by Traci Holenport, KTUU (February 27, 2007)
- Woman Sues Jesuits of Oregon for $5 Million, by Joseph B. Frazier, KGW, Oregon (February 28, 2007)
- Doubts Don't Halt Quest for Lawsuit: Lawyers Ditched Man in Claim against Church, by Jean Torkelson, Rocky Mountain News, Colorado (February 28, 2007)
- Attorney Quits Client's Case, by Kirk Mitchell, Denver Post, Colorado (February 27, 2007)
- With Image Flat-Lining, It's Time for Spin Doctor, by Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times (February 28, 2007)
- Catholic Priest Accused: Tale of Obsession: Victim Recalls Being Beaten, Dragged by Hair, Sexually Assaulted, by Brian Haynes, Review-Journal, Las Vegas NV (February 28, 2007)
- Fr. Rodis's Case Shocks Filipino Americans in DC, by Jennie L. Ilustre, Manila Mail (February 27, 2007)
- Ohio's Victims of Clerical Sexual Abuse Left Frustrated by Senate Bill 17, by Todd Jarrett, Toledo City Paper, Ohio (February 28, 2007)

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