It looks as though I will have to track down someone with CBC? That way those who are anxious to see it can do so right away. thank you, Hello Olenka, This draft states that he returns his MBE because of sexual accusations from his time at Soni. Hello Sylvia, Graphical depiction of Qatar's product exports in 28 color coded categories. 1) to meet and inform the Governors of Ratcliffe College. 07.07.2011 Catholic Herald prints a statement from some of the victims that the Rosminians were not involved in cover-up. Parent Contract. They will take no further action.201006.01.10 CF sends end 2009 of year report to Catholic Safeguarding Advisory Services.Phone conversation about the correct number in a year group.No comment about offering assistance.06.01.2010 David Myers with Fr B Cuddihy and Fr Chris Fuse speak with Fr D Rayner about accusations 11.01.2010 DM in London to see Fr Kit Cunningham14.to 23.01.2010 DM at Derryswood with B.Collins for his recorded statements. (Fr Myers met them on 02.02.2010) Then to meet and inform the Governors of Grace Dieu (on 01.03.2010) 2) Inform the Brethren, (Meeting in Ireland 22.03.2010), . and after that complete silence Sadly he died 2 years ago. On 8th February 2010, writing to all those who had contacted me about abuse, the email concluded, saying that if they wanted to issue a press release, it was their call. History of Ratcliffe. Jan. Wayne wrote: part it played in social life as a whole, and therefore the contribution it makes to social stability and continuity (Radcliffe-Brown 1952). Mason Greenwood and his Manchester United future: The state of play. 7) Any of the members could be contacted by David Myers on Skype. How English Catholics love being awarded such inanities- Murphy OConnor of the Father Michael Hill sexual abuse scandal being the most egregious example of this nauseating sycophancy. Ratcliffe College is an Independent Boarding School based in Leicestershire and we are proud to have happy, positive and friendly boarding houses which our students think of as a second home. Retreat, Spirituality and Pilgrimage Centres, www.indcatholicnews.com/news.php?viewStory=18499. This does not square with the apology issued by the Rosminians subsequent to the June 2011 airing by BBC1 of the documentary, the relevant section of which has been given here: QUOTE On 8th February 2010, writing to all those who had contacted me about abuse, the email concluded, saying that if they wanted to issue a press release, it was their call. He preferred to wait in silence. In all my adult life I have never experienced the sheer terror of my childhood. Long file from Patrick Donaldson, of 25 gathered testimonies from Francis Lionnet, organizer of the complainants. Steve Dew-Jones. in stead you see the video. 08.02.2010 Fr Myers writes to all the group and in para.6 is about to prepare a press-release for the Order. This first section is about, Fr Bernard Collins only, Grace Dieu 1954-1958, Soni 1958 to 1973. Thank you for your kind comments regarding it being Good and Honest That is a great compliment as that was our intention to tell the truth, no matter how difficult, even if we re-lived it, I cried, even our filming crew was moved to tears. B. Collins had asked the Rosminians the following question in DEC10: QUOTE What, if any, announcements are the Order proposing to make about BCs behaviour and recent disciplining to its own (i) members, (ii) parishioners, (iii) school trustees and governors, (iv) old boys/girls Associations, and (v) the general public through your web site? The college, situated in 100 acres of parkland on the Fosse Way about six miles north of Leicester, was founded on the instructions of Blessed Father Antonio Rosmini-Serbati in 1845 as a seminary. Surrounded by 200 acres of beautiful grounds situated in Leicestershire. Help was always available, training was ongoing, which gave a lot confidence to you when you had work alone or within a . 06.03.2010 DM writes to all concerning a Project in Africa as a symbol of Rosminian failures. 10-11.12.2009 DM speaking to Kit with Fr Chris Fuse about the accusations. (617) 496-0227. First Aid and Medical Arrangements Policy. Finally, a small point, but I cannot really understand it. Use the menu on the left to view additional material related to this topic. So the word 'silence' was used to imply a cover-up}13-15.02.2010 Fr Myers visits Denmark for reconciliation with a former student of Soni.03.03.2011 Fiona indicates that the programme will accuse the Rosminians of a cover up over moving Bernard Collins.25.04.2011 Irish Region Safeguarding Training Day with Sr Collette Stephenson and Mrs Teresa Devlin20.06.2011 Abuse. Appreciates our Transparency which stands out as a beacon of light., 26.04.2010 Prepared statements Jim McDonnell. She invited me to take part. It ruined his life. This statement was removed by Editors, before publication, the following day. After the broadcast of Abused Breaking the Silence on BBC 1 on June 21st 2011, the Father Provincial of the Rosminian Order, David Myers apologised on the Orders website and acknowledged his inadequate response to victims of undisputed sexual and physical abuse of boys at Rosminian schools in England and Tanzania. Four Canadians are among those featured in the BBC documentary: Francis Lionnet (Montreal); Wayne Mollison (Calgary); Bill Tierney (resident and former mayor of Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue); and John Poppleton (a Canadian now living in San Francisco). Opened on 28.12.2010. Born in Salem, Massachusetts, Le Baron Russell Briggs grew up in Cambridge and was educated at Harvard. Age: Dec. at 87 (1880-1968) Birthplace: Tuscumbia, Alabama, United States of America. Myers to issue one such item. I hope so too Syvia, but I cant think of a reason why it should be different. But it would be better if this documentary was open for everybody because its a good and honest film. Yet another cleric with a lifetime of sexual abuse has gone to the grave without ever being held accountable for these crimes. By: exSoniinmate on 8/29/11 I wish the victims of the Rosminians well in their pursuit of justice. Our aim at Ratcliffe is to create a learning community in which . Regarding every time B.Collins' name was mentioned. This suggestion was rejected by the representatives, who wanted confidentiality.18.11.09 Fr David Myers and Chris Fuse go to Derrys Wood to meet Bernard Collins, tell him about the meeting and present him with the accusations.18.11.2009 Bernard Collins dictates an apology about his physical violence 19.11.09 DM has second meeting at DW, after this Bernard Collins dictates an apology about the sexual nature of this violence.19.11.09 FL sends Swiftcode for payment 5,000 sent19.11.09 Agreed statement from the meeting was confirmed by email:No press statement by request.Promises made to the representatives, 1) to meet and inform the Governors of Ratcliffe College. Breaking the Silence TV broadcast. I think Wayne has also a copy of the Canadian version As Harvard College prepares to permit gender-neutral housing, it is hard to fathom that just 50 years ago the College maintained "an open door and one foot on the floor" policy . 02.08.2011 DM publishes Telegraph draft obituary written by David Tristram-Davies about Kit Cunningham. Father Myers had known of Father Kit Cunninghams admissions (not just allegations) for over a year but had consistently failed to inform the public or parishioners of this. But at the same time she sent out emails asking for examples of penetrative or oral sex. Let me give another example where as far as I am concerned, the programme distorted the truth. If my written words were so chopped up to give the opposite impression of what I intended, my reluctance to take part in the programme and be videoed and edited seems to me to have been reasonable. Job specializations: Restaurant/Food Service. 13-15.02.2010 Fr Myers visits Denmark for reconciliation with a former student of Soni. 22.06.2010 Sarum meeting Province Safeguarding Inset led by Fr Brendan OCallaghan SJ, This section: Leading up to the TV programme, 07.09.2010 DM sends all an anniversary letter updating the situation, 17.09.2010 Email Receive Legal claim from Uppal Taylor. We are also in the top 10% of Schools in the UK for Value Added. This position had not changed when Fr. Who were these two boys? Future meetings with the accused were agreed, 27.02.2010 Donald McFarland agrees the report of the meeting. The college, situated in 100 acres of parkland on the Fosse Way about six miles north of Leicester, was founded on the instructions of Blessed Father Antonio . : Radcliffe College, 1978. Kit Cunningham and Soni.10-11.12.2009 DM speaking to Kit with Fr Chris Fuse about the accusations. Because it had a university - as opposed to "collegiate" - faculty, Radcliffe was unique among the Seven Sisters in being able to provide a graduate program with a wide number of opportunities for . Cunningham was one arrogant and conceited son of a b!@#$. 27.06.2011 DM answers The Universe on ten issues. Radcliffe College was a women's liberal arts college in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and functioned as the female coordinate institution for the all-male Harvard College.Considered founded in 1879, it was one of the Seven Sisters colleges and held the popular reputation of having a particularly intellectual, literary, and independent-minded female student body. None of those who promoted the programme suggested that DM should take part in it. Ratcliffe College is a coeducational Catholic independent boarding and day school near the village of Ratcliffe on the Wreake, Leicestershire, approximately 7 miles from Leicester, England. UNQUOTE. I send you my reply to Olenka. Kit Cunningham and Soni. The injury happened during Monday's spring training game against the San Diego Padres. Link: Apologies were offered, without reservation on behalf of my brethren to those who suffered. This was difficult also for me because my image of Ravensbos collapsed and i came in an emotional storm because when you know not the name of the abuser it could be anyone. These signed letters were posted to each individual.05.11.09 David Myers (DM) and Chris Fuse (CF) meet at Porthcawl for reading the file about B.Collins only.06.11.09 onwards: Letters to Safeguarding Offices of Nottingham (Diocese in which Grace Dieu is located) and Arundel and Brighton (where Derryswood is located) and telephoned both Bishop Kieron Conroy and Bishop Malcolm McMahon and Bishop John Arnold.06.11.2009 A search of the Archives of Provincials' letters to Fr General 1956 - 74. I could give an endless list of meetings, emails, apologies, notes on telephone conversations or on Skype. You can support our journalism by advertising with us or donating to ICN. I wanted to thank you for supporting our cause and helping to continue to expose our awful truth to the public. Fr David Myers, Provincial of the Rosminians has asked us to publish the following response to the programme, showing the extent to which he says the Rosminians have endeavoured to support the former pupils over the past three years (since they revealed what had happened to them) and co-operate with the programme makers. Luckely I found on Twitter the maker of the film Olenka Frenkiel LandisPublications. Hello Sylvia Manchester United's takeover is set to be delayed until May with the Glazer family reportedly holding out for a bid of 6billion after initial bids from Qatari investors and Sir Jim Ratcliffe . You can also subscribe without commenting. Now loved ones back in his hometown of Chicago and at . http://www.cbc.ca/passionateeye/episodes/breaking-the-silence. To tie together these two different meanings and by this imply that I was intending to cover-up may be superficially clever but not intellectually honest. Ratcliffe is inclusive of all with a real sense of . . DM replies that he will continue to communicate directly unless individuals ask him not to. Abused Breaking the Silence, ICN (Independent Catholic News) This is the message when I attempt to access on YouTube: This video contains content from BBC Worldwide, who has blocked it on copyright grounds.. i also contacted the BBC from Holland but they once responded We look forward to seeing you in the near future. The bishop and the priest of Ravensbos were found quilty. This attention of the press even made me question whether we could go on with the reunion. St Paul tells us that we should speak the truth in love, and that is what I shall try to do. How much did Murphy OConnor know about this scandal? By clicking below to subscribe, you acknowledge that your information will be transferred to Mailchimp for processing. BBC producer One morning in the sixties when we came from the chappel to the refectory a bell sounded and we all (150 boys and 20 priests) had to be quiet Listed on 2023-03-03. Gavin Lux has a torn ACL and is likely out for the season. The others who replied are very hostile to the idea. Joined: Sun Apr 28, 2013 1:24 pm Posts: 6 Hi there, I'm new to this forum and I wonder if anyone can help me. . I am sorry not to have been of more help. Listed on 2023-03-03. 20.09.2009 E-mail to the 25, acknowledging the receipt of the accusations and first apology from Fr David Myers. He had opened an account at the Vatican Bank and and placed into it the money he inherited on the death of his parents. This draft states that he returns his MBE because of sexual accusations from his time at Soni. This position had not changed when Fr Kit Cunningham died in December 2010. Hello Sylvia, and she made contact with me. Im dont know if he saw the BBC documentary, but I hope he did because he never got over his 18 months there. 06.01.2011 DM informs the group about programme and asks if he should take part. It is an uphill struggle and puts me in mind of one of Platos Socratic dialogues. In my 70s now, I still have vivid memories of Grace Dieu. 10.12.2009 DM phones Bishop John Arnold about Fr. I came in contact with an old friend (who wasnt at the reunion!) It is still a separate institution, with its own corporation, receiving from Harvard no financial aid .". The same film is being shown in Australia tomorrow, 28 August. Notify me of followup comments via e-mail. Founded in 1847, it has 825 pupils aged 11 to 18, and has boarding . {this email appeared in the TV programme. Full Time position. From 1903 to 1923, he was the part-time president of Radcliffe and the dean of Harvard's Faculty of Arts and Sciences. Dear Mr Sterenborg, I appreciate your efforts on behalf of the St Michaels School, Soni abuse victims as I too was subjected to a Republic of Fear at the prep school that I attended though to a lesser extent than what the Soni Prison Camp inmates had to endure. Hopeorium. I agree with you: it still needs to be heard. Kit Cunningham died in December 2010. Otherwise, why would the admitted criminal behaviour have been overlooked or ignored by several members of the relevant press corps, who had written glowing obituaries. Ive only just found this wonderful site of yours. Myers paid heed to one of the leaders (Was it one from the Grace Dieu complainants or one from the Soni complainants? ) The Ratcliffe Hicks School of Agriculture confers Associate of Applied Science Degrees in Animal Science, Plant Science, and Urban Forestry and Arboriculture. And I refute categorically that Father Myers ever accepted our invitation to be interviewed on any terms at all. TYPE: Independent, boys and girls. {this email appeared in the TV programme. In the wake of last Tuesdays television documentary, Fr David Myers leader of the Rosminian brethren in the UK has issued the following additional statement. Therefore, had they honestly evaluated that material, they could have understood me better, and produced a far more accurate programme. From the very beginning, attempts were made to be open and transparent. This involved 19 new individuals making accusations (as some had been in the first contact list in September) concerning Fr B Colllins, Br D Rayner, Fr Kit Cunningham, Br B Jackson, arrive while David Myers is in Italy.09.12.2009 DM returns to UK10.12.2009 DM phones Bishop John Arnold about Fr. Indeed their emails to parishioners claim they too even they did not know the truth about Father Kit Cunninghams private admissions at the time of the Mass at St Etheldredas on January 12th 2011. Find out what works well at Ratcliffe College from the people who know best. In abuse is the denial that something has happened. When in April 2010 Olenka Frenkie rang me up and told me of the TV programme she was planning to produce, of the events of Soni and Grace Dieu. Myers has recently advised that he did inform David Twiston-Davies of the Daily Telegraph, but mentioned no other names to whom he passed such details regarding Fr. The commentary said that during the Papal Visit I had changed my mind from being open and pastoral to being negative and hostile. Post subject: Ratcliffe college. So the word silence was used to imply a cover-up}. Posted: Sunday, June 26, 2011 10:31 am, Rosminians issue clarification | Fr David Myers,Rosminian brethren,Abused: Breaking the Silence. The economic growth of Qatar has been almost exclusively based on its petrol and natural gas industry, In my teens I was disciplined by the Jesuits. Ratcliffe College was founded by the priests of the Institute of Mercy in 1847: today the campus reaches 100 acres and is 7 miles from Leicester. Learn more about Mailchimp's privacy practices here. Indicated that Bishop John Arnold would agree a statement with Fr D Myers. When I asked her when she wanted to show the programme, she replied that she hoped it would be shown during the Papal Visit to the UK. Scandal hits 33k Catholic college of stars, amid suicide and 27yr 'sex abuse' cover up. It had blacked out the key words that DM was very strongly advised not to take part in the programme. Ratcliffe College is an independent, HMC, co-educational boarding and day school for children aged 3 - 18, with boarding available from age 9 to 18. Peer-on-Peer Abuse Policy. The reason I have not spoken about the programme before now was because I did not want to offend those who were hurt when they were at school in the years between 1954 and 1974. Its a short summary but perhaps it gives you a picture of my involvement. Ratcliffe College is a coeducational Catholic independent boarding and day school in the village of Ratcliffe on the Wreake, Leicestershire, approximately 7 miles from Leicester, England DM explains that he is about to leave for USA to visit the brethren and that on his return there will be a chapter in Dublin. Brian Laundrie was an 'emotional and mental threat' to girlfriend Gabby Petito two weeks before she was murdered and showed 'more red flags than a Chinese communist rally', her parents' new . The programme makers were clearly aware of my invitation to make a joint press statement. Phone conversation about the correct number in a year group. 3) Inform the major superiors of the Order in Rome, (13.04.2010), Easter 2011. Such a meeting was to give accusers the opportunity to meet the offenders. Bishop John Arnold and Bishop Malcolm McMahon.03.12.2009 Further Questions from Pierce Brogan05.12.09 Reply to Further QuestionsThis section: Accusations concerning three other brethren06.12.2009 Soni accusations numbering 26. Christopher Basil "Kit" Cunningham IC, MBE (18 November 1931 - 12 December 2010) was a British priest.For almost 30 years, as the rector of St Etheldreda's Church, Ely Place, Cunningham was one of London's best-known Roman Catholic parish priests.His death, in 2010, was widely reported in the media. Exclusion Policy. He tripped and planted one of his legs . I could talk about visits, people I met, but all this information would be too much to absorb. She then contacted many of the group and said that she wanted to make the programme about reconciliation. He got a tin gong and a thank you. Ratcliffe College. My aim was that I didnt want the story of the scandal at St Michaels School, Soni to be covered up. It had blacked out the key words that DM was very strongly advised not to take part in the programme. Fosse Way, Ratcliffe on the Wreake, Leicester, Leicestershire. But not as much as we did as boys.. In all, Ratcliffe College uses 2 work email formats. (Fr Myers met them on 02.02.2010)Then to meet and inform the Governors of Grace Dieu (on 01.03.2010)2) Inform the Brethren, (Meeting in Ireland 22.03.2010), (Meeting in UK at Salisbury 22.06.2010) [details below].3) Inform the major superiors of the Order in Rome, (13.04.2010), Easter 2011.4) Give access to their accountants (Michael Ghersie and Michael Sheridan) to contact Buzzacott about Rosminian accounts.6) Fr General has put two of the brethren to work on the Archival material at Stresa concerning Grace Dieu and Soni 1954 to 1974.7) Any of the members could be contacted by David Myers on Skype. Getting advice from Publicist Dr McDonald. Cunninghams admitted paedophilia at Soni to members of the press. I dont live in the UK and so missed all the recent broadcasts on the Rosminians. So full attention will be given to this on his return.20.09.2009 E-mail to the 25, acknowledging the receipt of the accusations and first apology from Fr David Myers.Fr Myers offers to visit the accusers where they live.Addresses were requested to that they could also receive a written letter.