Pope Leo XIV personally ordered his Dicastery for Communication to stop using works by the former Jesuit Rupnik, according to the bishop of Lourdes

Aug 31, 2026 21:17

Bishop Micas has ordered that Rupnik's mosaics on the façade of the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary be permanently covered.

Cardinals and Bishops•Protection of vulnerable people

Cardinal López Romero Steps Aside from Duties Following Accusations by Some Women Against Him

In a letter issued on Monday, July 6, Cardinal Cristóbal López Romero told the Catholic community of Rabat: «I am accused of inappropriate behavior toward adult women. This situation has led the Church to open a preliminary investigation.»

Jul 07, 2026 09:02

ZENIT Staff

Local Church•Priests•Protection of vulnerable people

Are There False Accusations of Abuse Against Priests? An Italian Case Ends with the Accuser’s Conviction

The public restoration of honor for two priests, as often happens, has received far less coverage than the initial accusation and the blow to their reputations when the lawsuit was filed.

Jun 30, 2026 15:52

Rafael Llanes

Justice and Peace•Local Church•Priests•Protection of vulnerable people

U.S.: Sexual abuse of individuals under the pastoral care of a clergy member is classified as a specific crime in the Civil Penal Code

Signed by Brian Kemp on May 11, 2026, Senate Bill 542 creates a specific criminal offense for clergy who engage in sexual misconduct with individuals over whom they exercise pastoral, spiritual, or religious authority

Jun 20, 2026 10:16

ZENIT Staff

Local Church•Protection of vulnerable people

Chicago Archdiocese Takes Unusual Legal Stand Against Alleged Fraud Scheme in Clergy Abuse Cases

The archdiocese alleges that the operation functioned for years and involved individuals with criminal backgrounds, including gang members and convicted offenders. The alleged scheme reportedly came to light after a recorded prison telephone conversation surfaced in which one participant allegedly described false accusations as a source of «easy money.»

Jun 19, 2026 15:07

Tim Daniels

Pope Leo XIV•Protection of vulnerable people

Leo XIV emphasizes the need for safe spaces within the Church to experience love with Jesus Christ

Address by the Holy Father to Members of the Center for Research and Training on Child Protection

Jun 17, 2026 11:16

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Pope Leo XIV personally ordered his Dicastery for Communication to stop using works by the former Jesuit Rupnik, according to the bishop of Lourdes

Alleged victims of abuse are seeking compensation from Church parishes, including churches and their assets

Catholic Church in the US and Europe Strengthens Legal Measures to Address Fraudulent Abuse Allegations

Leo XIV, the Shrine of Lourdes, and Rupnik’s mosaics: a papal visit as new evidence emerges against the former Jesuit

A religious congregation dedicated to supporting survivors of abuse: the inspiring project launched by two American nuns

Holy See Issues Statement on Current Status of Proceedings Against Ex-Jesuit Amidst Fabricated Reports Regarding the Rupnik Case

Moroccan judicial authorities confirm that no complaints have been filed against Cardinal López Romero

Cardinal López Romero Steps Aside from Duties Following Accusations by Some Women Against Him

Are There False Accusations of Abuse Against Priests? An Italian Case Ends with the Accuser’s Conviction

U.S.: Sexual abuse of individuals under the pastoral care of a clergy member is classified as a specific crime in the Civil Penal Code

Chicago Archdiocese Takes Unusual Legal Stand Against Alleged Fraud Scheme in Clergy Abuse Cases

Leo XIV emphasizes the need for safe spaces within the Church to experience love with Jesus Christ