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Memorial to Victims of Sexual Abuse
2026
* quote from the Gospel of Saint John
* words, light
* inscription:
front:
"The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness did not overcome it." John:1-5
This light burns to honor all victims of sexual abuse by clergy and others at our parish, throughout the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, and throughout the nation.
May their light burn brightly as we protect our children and all that are vulnerable.
left:
I had to forgive a person who wasn't even sorry. That is strength.
A Survivor
right:
You are not alone. Our parish believes you. We are sorry. We stand with you.
* In front of the Southeast corner of Saint Cecilia Church. North side yof Rhawn at Ridgeway.
* 40.075995,-75.080605 [map] [nearby]
* On the Lower Northeast tour
* Exhibits: Religious, Unidentified Artists
* See also:
+wikipedia.org's John the Evangelist page
+stceciliafc.org

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Three Bears
George Papashvily, 1966
* small bears
* Visible through the fence
* Courtyard. Behind the Fox Chase Library. North side of Rhawn St. East of Jeannes.
* 40.076700,-75.081750 [map] [nearby]
* On the Lower Northeast tour
* See also:
+wikipedia.org's George Papashvily page
+freelibrary.org's Fox Chase Library page