tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3543129696041324861.post3744473703721513628..comments2024-03-12T19:57:41.861+00:00Comments on THINKING CATHOLICISM: BELFAST SEX ABUSE VICTIM SPEAKS OUTThinking Catholicismhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16589713565062075036noreply@blogger.comBlogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3543129696041324861.post-70238833837702230432013-09-29T18:47:58.223+01:002013-09-29T18:47:58.223+01:00I, George McKee, born in 1948, was placed into car...I, George McKee, born in 1948, was placed into care at the Nazareth Lodge on the Ravenhill Road, Belfast sometime towards the mid to late 1950s as my father had taken T.B. and my mother a mental breakdown.<br />My brother and sisters were also in care under the Nazareth Sisters.<br />I was beaten often for no reason. I was locked out in the snow freezing in a shirt and short trousers for sneaking and eating an apple because I was hungry. I was beaten severely about the head by a blunt instrument, for turning on the water tap.<br />The Sisters never allowed me to see my brother or sisters for the period I spent in that home. I often cried as I was so lonely, frightened and unhappy not to mention confused and unloved.<br />As a small child I felt abandoned there, the Nazareth Sisters were wicked and showed no care or God’s love as they should have. I was always frightened and constantly nervous in there not knowing when I would be beaten again. I feared approaching or speaking to a Sister as they were very volatile in temperament and physically violent so they were unpredictable.<br />At meal times I remember them being very plain and the Sisters ran a strict regime, whereas if I didn’t like or want to eat something they would have violently force fed me in front of all the other children or just beat me with their hands or a solid object. I only remember eating porridge or bread and feeling underfed.<br />One day I went into the vegetable store hungry to find something to eat. A man with difficult breathing noises attacked me from behind, he seemed an elderly person. He covered my eyes and mouth and choked me and I was frightened to die and in shock kept still. He used my body as a sex object and masturbated upon my body as he choked me. I never moved or looked until he was gone. I didn’t know what had really happened to me and what the stains were on my back side but I knew it was a wrong evil act. I felt ashamed. To this day I don’t know who this man was.<br />These memories I have only of recent years confided to with my immediate family due to unnecessary feelings of shame and guilt as the Sisters always made me feel wrong and shameful instead of them.<br />I feel very sad and empty inside when that place enters my mind which is very often as I have always suffered with my nerves since and depression to which I receive treatment. I feel that my time and trauma in Nazareth Lodge has hung over my entire life very negatively and been the reason I am ill. I also suffer from reflux type problems in my stomach and irritable bowel which I have had to have years of treatment for with antacid and muscle relaxants. This to me stems from being there as a small child with a stomach in knots constantly.<br />I can feel emotionally numb towards people and find it difficult to get attached to people as far as showing feelings are concerned and forming close relationships, I‘m also withdrawn and shy in nature. I blame the unholy time and abuse I was subjected to at Nazareth Lodge for having profound affects on my mental and emotional well being.<br />The thought of children being treated like this in this day and age horrifies me and I hate to think that it ever happens to anybody.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3543129696041324861.post-62627743508479596152013-09-29T18:43:40.991+01:002013-09-29T18:43:40.991+01:00Sex abuse is still going on in the catholic church...Sex abuse is still going on in the catholic church and being covered up its no wonder people are leaving the church and going to other faith churches<br /><br />Ex-Catholic - now CoIAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3543129696041324861.post-38184500290194047572013-09-29T18:42:50.712+01:002013-09-29T18:42:50.712+01:00Living a 'normal' life after sexual abuse ...Living a 'normal' life after sexual abuse can be nearly impossible such is the damage caused to the victim. THEY live with the guilt and shame ALL of which belongs to the perpetrator. Some would say abusers have an ' illness'. Personally I totally disagree , they make a CHOICE and act on that evil choice. I hope 'David' can find the support he needs to enable him to lead the life he deserves after being so brave in bringing this man to the courts and thereby possibly saving others from him.<br /><br />Shame on the Diocese of D&C for not doing everything and anything to heal this situation. I really do not understand how these men think. Are they robots who pretend to have humanity??<br /><br />lucylouAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3543129696041324861.post-34579079603725954072013-09-29T18:40:35.202+01:002013-09-29T18:40:35.202+01:00The 16th century reformation came about because of...The 16th century reformation came about because of clerical sexual abuse you state??? Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3543129696041324861.post-22426006673451290062013-09-29T18:39:47.623+01:002013-09-29T18:39:47.623+01:00Well done for bringing that scumbag to justice it ...Well done for bringing that scumbag to justice it makes me sick to know that the catholic church knew and shielded these low lifes,may god forgive them,no wonder their churches are empty<br /><br />Elaine osborneAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3543129696041324861.post-60579569329454195382013-09-29T18:38:56.041+01:002013-09-29T18:38:56.041+01:00Thats a very good question Bishop Pat on 'does...Thats a very good question Bishop Pat on 'does there roll lead them to it?' This is a global problem that Governments and World leaders should study more to prevent, instead of flooding our internet and television with porography! As for Moravian in Belfasts statement saying priests should marry, I don't think this would stop them becoming peadophilles eg. look at how many married men throughout the world that have sexually abused children. If what Christians are saying is true and that its the work of the devil, if we look at the world today then I think its safe to say hes doing a good job at trying to destroy the church and good human nature. Besides all that our hands should go up to David and others for having the strength and courage to speak out publicly and I hope David and his family work things out. Stay strong.<br /><br />Paule<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3543129696041324861.post-50079687223109774102013-09-29T18:36:04.784+01:002013-09-29T18:36:04.784+01:00More crocodile tears will be shed today from the c...More crocodile tears will be shed today from the catholic church and the D&C congress , I demand an international inquiry by an independent body into these vile people and anyone trying to hide or withhold information should be imprisoned without trial , there is no excuse to sexually molest children and hiding behind a cross cant be allowed in this day and age.<br /><br />This includes the law people making things easy for these people. Vile with NO conscience, what a mix.<br /><br />We are waiting for the crumbs from your tables rich Bishops.<br /><br />Derek<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3543129696041324861.post-13629581096124708882013-09-29T18:33:26.610+01:002013-09-29T18:33:26.610+01:00What a dreadful ungodly response from the R C chur...What a dreadful ungodly response from the R C church for so many many years. I thought Treanor was meant to be different.<br /><br />When will it end.<br /><br />T J<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3543129696041324861.post-35813095081407868362013-09-29T18:30:27.920+01:002013-09-29T18:30:27.920+01:00Having seen that daniel curran and now that D&...Having seen that daniel curran and now that D&C protected moster of humanity Donaghy, has only recieved few years for his brutal and oppertunistic crimes, it makes me wonder if is now becoming worthwile reporting these crimes, only to see the perpetrator jailed for very short periods.<br /><br />I as a member of S.A.V.I.A are at present getting ready for the enquiry into institutional abuse within ALL instutitions. i am fearfull at the signal this gives to fellow victims and survivours. we are being asked by all sides to persuade our members to come forward and give their statements to the P.S.N.I with the hope of getting convictions for the crimes committed. <br /><br />It is becoming increasingly frustrating when the law allows these vile people after, a few years to be free again, when we have to suffer unending pain and suffering. (No wonder since they seem to have their very own judges and lawyers, well done UTV for saying it).<br /><br />I have every faith in the upcoming enquiry but wonder if we will every get justice for the hanous crimes committed against us.OUR STRUGGLE CONTINUES. <br /><br />We were not invited to the D&C Congress and when we offered to attend and speak we got a swift NO, GO AWAY! <br /><br />J - S.A.V.I.A <br /><br />PS - Did the Judge from North Belfast get a front row seat, the one who tried to get Donaghy an easy time. I think the law people are vile as well.<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3543129696041324861.post-22480238255014742872013-09-29T18:23:56.431+01:002013-09-29T18:23:56.431+01:00What has been done has been done, and only time an...What has been done has been done, and only time and the guidance of the Holy Spirit will heal the wounds left. Also there is the point that what goes round comes round, and vengeance is Mine saith the Lord! By the way institutional abuse is not confined to the Catholic Church. What about Kincora Boys Home? Not that the fact it is widespread is any help to the victims - but the risk is that anyone who dislikes a priest can now claim abuse by him.<br /><br />Vanny, Belfast<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3543129696041324861.post-28941853203889675192013-09-26T09:55:26.236+01:002013-09-26T09:55:26.236+01:00Thank God I was never sexually abused. If I put my...Thank God I was never sexually abused. If I put my mind to it I believe I could point out items of psychological abuse in St. Anne's when I was in Sligo. Point here is WELL DONE PAT! You have stuck by a person in distress & it is real concrete stuff like this that makes a difference. The Church is a human organisation & like all big organisations will have its pitfalls. Thing about the Church is that it should be the first in addressing these issues & be a role model for society. Seanroscommonmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08748800697962234196noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3543129696041324861.post-21662677539402173262013-09-25T19:43:03.920+01:002013-09-25T19:43:03.920+01:00Correction: - I should have written "certain ...Correction: - I should have written "certain Bishops" are evil, as I am full of admiration for some bishops, such as Archbishop Diarmuid Martin, for their efforts to address the issue of child protection within the Roman Catholic Church.<br /><br />BrendanAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3543129696041324861.post-90383798345642071982013-09-25T19:42:10.974+01:002013-09-25T19:42:10.974+01:00Keep the pressure on David, good luck....
DianeKeep the pressure on David, good luck....<br />DianeAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3543129696041324861.post-35331640868703711832013-09-25T19:41:32.173+01:002013-09-25T19:41:32.173+01:00Here's a shocking list of 174 accused Minnesot...Here's a shocking list of 174 accused Minnesota clerics, nuns and staff <br />--- http://mnsnap.wordpress.com/villainous-mn-clerics/ <br /><br />Bob = US CatholicAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3543129696041324861.post-49863293855739747182013-09-25T19:40:39.088+01:002013-09-25T19:40:39.088+01:00I would also say that in the past the Irish commun...I would also say that in the past the Irish community has played a major part in encouraging the mindset that some members of the church have remained above the law. <br />It's all very well being retrospectively angry, but let's examine why everyone kept silent so that it doesn't happen again.<br /><br />Well done David.<br /><br />AliceAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3543129696041324861.post-36552236243799253292013-09-25T19:39:17.358+01:002013-09-25T19:39:17.358+01:00A REAL IRISH HERO!
All Irish Catholics owe this ...A REAL IRISH HERO! <br /><br />All Irish Catholics owe this man a great debt for standing up to the abuse enablers -the corrupt, immoral and perverted paedophile-protecting Catholic hierarchy who have disgraced and twisted the teachings of Jesus. How many times have we heard their excuse: 'We did nor know how damaging it was (for children to be raped and buggered) ?'. Lovely people -and immune from justice still, well protected by the state and the legal vultures. <br /><br />Well down to this young man and hero.<br /><br />JimAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3543129696041324861.post-61623552606490970302013-09-25T19:25:06.945+01:002013-09-25T19:25:06.945+01:00Bishop Treanor seems to be a very cold man! Dear G...Bishop Treanor seems to be a very cold man! Dear God, are they believer's in Jesus?<br /><br />JoanAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3543129696041324861.post-74243685232819478772013-09-25T19:23:17.411+01:002013-09-25T19:23:17.411+01:00These victims are so so brave and holy, God is on ...These victims are so so brave and holy, God is on their side!<br /><br />SarahAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3543129696041324861.post-81561547892226988532013-09-25T19:20:48.307+01:002013-09-25T19:20:48.307+01:00The simple fact is that these people in the Church...The simple fact is that these people in the Church DO NOT have an ounce of Christianity, they understand one thing, the courtroom. They use it to their advantage, now use it against them!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com