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Euthanasia•Pro Life

Euthanizing Elderly Debated at U.N.

While the Vatican pressed for palliative care, respect for the elderly and support for the families who care for them, others advocated for radical interventions for aging individuals such as sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR), sexual orientation and gender identity (SOGI).

Pro Life

Vatican Criticizes UN on Abortion

The Holy See also questioned the committee chair’s assertion that the treaty is a “living instrument,” pointing out that this is inconsistent with the text of the treaty itself as well as the Vienna Convention on the Law of Treaties.

Protection of vulnerable people

German Abuse Survivors Demand Independent Probe into Allegations Surrounding Anselm Grün and Recollectio-Haus

The allegations carry particular weight because of the role played by the Recollectio-Haus, located in Schwarzach am Main and run under the authority of Münsterschwarzach Abbey. The centre offers psychological and spiritual support to priests and religious experiencing personal crises, including individuals involved in abuse cases

Justice and Peace•Priests•Protection of vulnerable people•Vatican City

Vatican Tribunal Questions the Practice of Dioceses and Religious Congregations of Publishing Lists of Priests Accused of Abuse

This aspect of the decision could have far-reaching implications for dioceses and religious orders that continue to maintain such lists. The judges also noted the climate of fear that the practice can create among priests, who may feel that their reputations and ministries can be destroyed by an administrative decision without a prior criminal or even administrative process and without an effective means of appeal.