It's a pity Catholic faithful are subjected to the ongoing curse of abuse by selected clergy.
The sorry result being the majority have been spiritually manipulated, unmercifully in many instances over the years.
Don't fear this inquiry, take it as a lesson learnt, and stand by those who have been harmed, trying to have some semblance of a normal life.
One of the signatures of compassion is to bear one another's burdens and rejoice when justice comes knocking.
LYNNE NEWINGTON
Bendigo