Abuse of minors
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Pa. bishop urges prayers for victims after major sex abuse report
The Bishop of Altoona-Johnstown is calling for prayers after a Pennsylvania grand jury released its report on the alleged sexual... Read more
The other side of 'Spotlight': how the Church changed to fight sex abuse
While the movie “Spotlight” won Best Picture for portraying a journalistic investigation of the sex abuse crisis in Boston, the... Read more
Italian diocese laments suicide of priest who admitted abuse
The Diocese of Trieste has announced “with a spirit full of sorrow and dismay” that one of its priests, who... Read more
Pope's appointment may signal advances in new abuse office
Pope Francis’ latest appointment to a commission designed to fight sexual abuse of minors may have an effect in shaping... Read more
Child protection is 'gospel priority' for Church, Pope Francis
The protection of minors from sexual abuse is a number one priority for Pope Francis, says the new secretary of... Read more
Boston priest named secretary of Vatican commission to protect minors
The Vatican announced today that Msgr. Robert W. Oliver will leave his position as promoter of justice to take on... Read more
