Episode # 5684 - The Case of Msgr. Burrill

On today's Winds of Change, Mary FioRito and Lauretta Froelich discuss the journalistic expectations and moral issues surrounding recent news reports that resulted in the resignation of USCCB General Secretary, Msgr. Jeffrey Burrill. Robert Herguth, an investigative reporter for the Chicago Sun-Times provides the context and contours of fairness and accuracy when dealing explosive investigative reporting and discusses the use of "mined" electronic data in news stories. Then Dr. Theresa Farnan, a long-time teacher in different Catholic seminaries, discusses the difference between vows of celibacy and promises of chastity and continence, and how the case of Msgr. Burrill points to a need for deeper formation for priests and seminarians in living out both. Today's show involves topics of a sensitive nature and is not recommended for young children.   

For more information on Mary, Laurette, their guests and the topic of discussion, visit:

Mary FioRito: https://eppc.org

Pillar Investigates: USCCB gen sec Burrill resigns after sexual misconduct allegations

Bob Herguth: Robert Herguth Profile and Activity - Chicago Sun-Times

Dr. Theresa Farnan: https://catholicwomensforum.org/staff/theresa-farnan/