Stop Using Us As Bedmates, Rev. Sisters Urge Rev. Fathers

Reverend Sr. Kinse Anastasia has urged Reverend fathers to desist from using them as “bedmates”, accusing their male counterparts of sexual assault.
 
Reverend Sr. Kinse Anastasia of Veritas University, Abuja, has taken the social media, to accuse some Catholic priests and authorities of sexually harassing and maltreating Reverend Sisters.

She alleged that Sisters were often reduced to “ornaments in Habits” and treated as if they exist to serve priests’ pleasures. According to her, some priests openly tell them that “Sisters are meant to be priests’ wives” and act on it without shame.

Also accused some Church leaders of silencing Sisters and making them vulnerable, while some superiors misuse authority. At the same time, she condemned Sisters who compromise their vows, saying it weakens the dignity of consecrated life.

In her words: “Religious Sisters are not priests’ wives. We are not bedmates. We are women of God. The Church must do better because God is watching.”

Meanwhile, Anastasia’s post has evoked reactions, with many pleading with the Catholic Church to create safe channels for Sisters to report abuse without fear.