Pope Leo denounces what he calls "scourge" of sexual abuse by Catholic clergy
Pope Leo XIV on Monday denounced the "scourge" of sexual violence by Catholic clergy and called for a "culture of care" in the Church ahead of an expected private meeting with victims in Spain.
TL;DR
- Pope Leo XIV denounced sexual violence by Catholic clergy, calling for a "culture of care" and emphasizing listening, truth, justice, reparation, and prevention.
- The Pope is expected to meet with victims of abuse privately in Madrid, though some victim groups expressed disappointment at not being fully represented.
- He addressed the Spanish parliament, discussing the "tragic drama" of migration, the imperative of world peace, and the defense of life, while advocating for safe immigration pathways and respectful welcome.
- The visit includes a trip to the Canary Islands to honor migrants and a blessing of the Sagrada Familia Basilica tower in Barcelona.
- The Pope's remarks on migration and his anti-war views have drawn criticism from former President Trump.