King's college altar painting Videos

Thanks for posting this. We have just lost our only son at the age of 34 and during this time of sorrow, it's a great comfort to listen to it. Again, thanks and God bless you richly.

am really safe in his arms

Yes, there were a few bad priests out there. There will *always* be a few now and then, because priests are human. Most of the offenders, however, served in the 1960s to the 80s and have since died. Psychology and the formation/education of priests was different back then. Men were accepted into the priesthood who should not have been. I can assure you the Catholic Church, at least here in the United States, now takes great care to protect children from harm. From my application to attend seminary, during all my years of study, and every year since my ordination, I've been educated and have worked to protect children from harm. The rules in place now for us clergy, and for all staff and volunteers who work in our churches and on church property, *daily* affect how we operate. Having said all that, I will point out that studies from the John Jay College of Criminal Justice and elsewhere indicate that Catholic clergy are less likely to abuse than school teachers or the general population of men! Yes, it's more scandalous when it involves clergy (hence the *abundant* press coverage for every incident), and it's never excusable. But children are safer in a Church than they are most places they spend their time, and it's getting safer every day. Oh, and the craftsmanship of your artwork is astounding. Very interesting pieces.

Thanks for this marvellous walking through these paintings that suggest us love and peace! Merry Christmas, dear Alice to you and your family and a happy new year!