As a Catholic of almost 67 years and having survived an education by those vindictive and morrally depraved Christian Brothers, I have thought long & hard about my faith. My conclusion is that it has nothing to do with the Vatican or anything else within organised religion. The reason that I still go to Mass is because I believe in the gifts that Jesus Christ gave us and it is not important which denomination we belong to. Having said that, I have great respect for those hard working priests and laity who continue behind the scenes to provide support and counselling for so many, including those who have been victims of abuse. Remember that it is a small minority (perhaps inclding Pope Benedict) who are bringing the church and religion in general into disrepute.