The bishops said the pope encouraged them to continue responding together to a recent independent report on sexual abuse in the church in France.
French bishops discuss abuse report, archbishop’s resignation with pope
Photos of the Week: Nov. 22, 2021
In the spotlight: walk to end abuse, Clown Doctors, Rockefeller Center Christmas tree
U.S. bishops focus on Communion, synodality, finances in fall assembly
The U.S. bishops, gathered for the first time in person since 2019, discussed the highly anticipated statement on the Eucharist without the heated discussion it stirred up in their previous meeting.
More than 4,200 allegations of clergy abuse reported, annual audit shows
The report said the number of allegations remained high in part because of changes in statutes of limitations on reporting abuse in several states. “It should be noted that the vast majority of these reports were historical in nature,” the report said.
NRB chair urges bishops to continue focus on healing for abuse survivors
Chairwoman of the National Review Board told the spring assembly of bishops much work remains ahead for the U.S. Catholic Church for reconciliation with survivors of clergy sexual abuse.
Pope promulgates revised canon law on crimes, punishments
A series of laws and procedures promulgated by now-retired Pope Benedict XVI and, especially, by Pope Francis to protect children, promote the investigation of allegations of clerical sexual abuse and punish offenders are included in a heavily revised section of the Code of Canon Law.
Pope Francis accepts resignation of Polish bishop accused of cover-up
Pope Francis has accepted the resignation of Bishop Jan Tyrawa of Bydgoszcz, the latest bishop accused of covering up sexual abuse by clergy.
Head of Central Committee of German Catholics won’t seek reelection
President of the Central Committee of German Catholics, announced April 23 he will not seek reelection as the organization is dealing with the issue of clergy sexual abuse in the church.