Vatican Announces Imminent Release of Annual Report on Protection Policies and Procedures in the Catholic Church

Oct 22, 2024 14:19

ZENIT Staff

The joint session addressed current procedures in confronting sexual abuse in the Church Photo: tutelaminorum.org

Archbishop José Gomez expressed deep sorrow for the crimes committed and acknowledged the Archdiocese's responsibility.

On Wednesday, September 25, the Apostolic Nunciature in Peru published a Press Note informing of the expulsion of ten members of the Sodalitium Christianae Vitae [Sodality of Christian Life].

Cardinal Francis Prevost, Bishop Emeritus of that Diocese, and current Prefect of the Dicastery for Bishops.

Pope Francis•Protection of vulnerable people•Rome

Pope Francis expels founder of Sodalitium Christianae Vitae from Sodalitium

Luis Fernando Figari is the historical founder of the Sodalitium of Christian Life but is not a spiritual reference for our community or the Sodalite Family.

Aug 15, 2024 20:30

ZENIT Staff

Local Church•Protection of vulnerable people

Study Reveals Record Drop in Cases of Abuse in the Ecclesial Realm in Australia

Although the Catholic Church is in the epicentre of these scandals, representing 71.9% of reported cases, it has also led the efforts to eradicate and prevent child sexual abuse. The implementation of verifications of antecedents, policies of mandatory reporting and training programs have been crucial to reduce the incidence of these crimes.

Aug 15, 2024 07:25

ZENIT Staff

Local Church•Protection of vulnerable people

New Zealand’s Royal Commission Exposes Widespread Abuse in Religious and State Care

New Zealand Commission Criticizes Religious Institutions for Failing to Address Abuse

Jul 25, 2024 17:23

ZENIT Staff

Protection of vulnerable people

Emmaus Movement discloses allegations of sexual abuse against its late founder

During his later years, Abbé Pierre admitted in an interview to having committed «sins of the flesh,» though he did not explicitly acknowledge the abuses now being reported. This admission, coupled with his controversial views on celibacy and same-sex unions, adds layers of complexity to his legacy.

Jul 18, 2024 18:46

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Local Church•Protection of vulnerable people

Knights of Columbus decide to cover Rupnik mosaics at John Paul II National Shrine

“The Knights of Columbus has decided to cover these mosaics because our first concern must be for victims of sexual abuse, who have already suffered immensely, and who may be further injured by the ongoing display of the mosaics at the Shrine,” said Supreme Knight Patrick Kelly.

Jul 14, 2024 16:36

ZENIT Staff

Leo XIV, Putin’s rejection of the Christmas truce, and disappointment with the Democratic governor of Illinois

Speaking on the evening of December 23, Leo XIV returned repeatedly to a single theme that framed his reflections: the meaning of life, human dignity, and the possibility of peace—even if only for a day.

Germans trust Leo XIV more than Islam: new survey results released

Data released from a representative Forsa poll indicate that 28 percent of Germans now say they place high or very high trust in the Pope

Vatican Announces Imminent Release of Annual Report on Protection Policies and Procedures in the Catholic Church

Archdiocese of Los Angeles Reaches $880 Million Settlement Over Child Abuse Claims

Cardinal Dolan takes insurer to court for non-compliance in sexual abuse cases

Vatican on Expulsion of Ten Members of the Sodalitium. Christianae Vitae and Two Contrasting Press Releases

Past Cases of Sexual Abuse in Irish Schools Leads Government to Intervene

Church Answers False Accusations Against Cardinal Francis Prevost

Vatican Media Uses Rupnik Image Again Despite Cardinal Sean O’Malley’s Request Not To Do So

Pope Francis expels founder of Sodalitium Christianae Vitae from Sodalitium

Study Reveals Record Drop in Cases of Abuse in the Ecclesial Realm in Australia

New Zealand’s Royal Commission Exposes Widespread Abuse in Religious and State Care

Emmaus Movement discloses allegations of sexual abuse against its late founder

Knights of Columbus decide to cover Rupnik mosaics at John Paul II National Shrine