re: Did the Catholic Church hide pedophiles?

John 3:16 is pretty clear.

You believe Jesus died on the cross for your salvation and you're good. Inherently you want to read what he said and what was said to him and generations of that before. The rest takes root and youre a better friend, family member, neighbor, and co worker. It took me decades to hammer it out but he's the only truth and I'm definitely glad I did.

The part you're quoting is actually what Im saying. Jesus referred to the power and religious figures of the day as the white washed tombs in Matthew 23:27. Not referring to individuals who are all imperfect but rely on him.