I have. And I think folks should be able to talk about it without being stigmatized or harassed for sharing their experiences.

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[–] 55 points 1 month ago (3 children)

Yes, was SA's by a priest when I was a kid (mid 1970s), along with a lot of other people over a 30-40 year span. In the late 1980s, there was a joint lawsuit against him, with about 130 cases, many willing to testify. But he was a "pillar of the community," and had stronger support (and lawyers) on his side. It went back and forth for a few years, then he died of a heart attack. The case kind of died with him, except his widow went after some of us with ruthless cruelty and legal harassment.

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  • [–] 16 points 1 month ago (2 children)

    It wasn't the priest in my case, it was elder members of the Church. Nothing could be proved, I still deal with it now, happened in the 80's.

    I have a very strong aversion to religion an spirituality in general, it fundamentally changed who I am.

    I got so angry the other day, they stole any spirituality I could participate in. I felt jealous of those who have it.

    But I play a mean guitar, I am filthy.

    And I help others with trauma issues.

    It helps.

    Good luck in your journey my friend.

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