Primer on Recent News Accounts of the Abuse of Minors

Purpose Statement: This primer has been created to provide readers with background and information on the sexual abuse scandal within the Catholic Church. In today’s society, there are a number of places one can find news and information. We recognize that some of that information is not always accurate or presented in its entirety. This document aims to identify important news events, provide definitions for key terms used when discussing the scandal, and offer insight and resources for you to use to find additional information.