Skip to content

Pope Francis Releases Update on Legislation to Counter Clergy Sexual Abuse

Pope Francis has released an updated version of his landmark legislation to counter clergy sexual abuse. Over the weekend, the Holy Father addressed the Church’s method for handling abuse, done by lay leaders of international organizations recognized by the Vatican. The new guidelines reaffirm the commitment to investigating cases of misconduct and harassment. It also provides protection for potential whistle blowers. EWTN Vatican Bureau Chief, Andreas Thonhauser, joins to tell us more about this decree. He shares more about these new Church norms and why they were only introduced on an experimental basis up until now. Thonhauser explains how the Church is making process despite the sad and terrible topic of the abuses. 

Receive the most important news from EWTN Vatican via WhatsApp. It has become increasingly difficult to see Catholic news on social media. Subscribe to our free channel today

Share

Would you like to receive the latest updates on the Pope and the Vatican

Receive articles and updates from our EWTN Newsletter.

More news related to this article

Pope Francis: Let us thank the Lord for our friends

Pope Francis reflects on friendship during his Sunday address from the Apostolic Palace, urging a moment of gratitude for friends. From childhood to old age, he emphasizes the importance of companionship and the sweetness of sincere advice.

Thousands of pilgrims join Pope Leo XIV in St. Peter’s Square to pray the rosary for peace

Tens of thousands of people joined Pope Leo XIV in St. Peter’s Square on Saturday to pray for

Caravaggio’s Masterpieces: A Glimpse into the Life of Saint Matthew

Caravaggio's Masterpieces: Illuminating the Life of Saint Matthew through Light and Artistry

Pope Francis names U.S. police professional, Colombian bishop to minor protection commission

Pope Francis on Friday appointed an American former law enforcement professional as adjunct secretary to the Pontifical Commission for

(RE)VERSVS: A Contemporary Art Exhibition Promoting a Culture of Harmony at the Vatican

The Vatican Apostolic Library is proud to present (RE)VERSVS, a contemporary art exhibition featuring the works of Brazilian

A Moment of Special Grace

We knew, even as the evening concluded, that it would be lodged in our memories and our hearts

LIVE
FROM THE VATICAN

Be present live on EWTNit