For almost a decade, Patrick Wall played a special role in the Roman Catholic Church. A priest and a Benedictine Monk… he was also what’s known as a “Fixer.” He would be parachuted into a parish in the aftermath of allegations of sexual abuse. His job was to right the situation. And quickly, he became adept at making scandals go away.

But over time, Patrick Wall became conflicted about the role he was playing. Eventually, his concerns pushed him to leave the Priesthood. Now, Patrick Wall spends his days helping people who have been abused by Church officials. He’s a legal consultant and a Canon Lawyer with the U.S. law firm Manly and Stewart. He’s also the author of Sex, Priests and Secret Codes: The Catholic Church’s 2000-Year Paper Trail of Sexual Abuse.

Patrick Wall Interviewed on April 21, 2010 (CBC) Part 1 4:40 min

Patrick Wall Interviewed on April 21, 2010 (CBC) Part 2 4:40 min

Patrick Wall Interviewed on April 21, 2010 (CBC) Part 3 4:40 min

Patrick Wall Interviewed on April 21, 2010 (CBC) Part 4 4:40 min