Rose, it is logically not correct as well as unfair to equate "praying for the exoneration of Pell" with prejudging his innocence. For instance, the intent of such a prayer could be for a perceived good of the Church that a Cardinal working so closely with Francis not prove to be guilty of sex abuse. That sentiment is logically consistent with Chico889's words.

Indeed Chico has confirmed something like that was intended when he acknowledge that Victor Victoria had bet expressed "his sentiments" when Victor said "I pray that the truth comes out, and that justice is served."