Father Hans Zollner’s Resignation Exposes Crisis at Vatican’s Sexual-Abuse-Prevention Commission
COMMENTARY: His public clash with Cardinal Seán O’Malley is an indication of how much the Holy Father’s reform agenda has faltered.
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Abuse-Prevention Expert Leaves Vatican Commission for Protection of Minors, Citing Concerns
Jesuit Father Hans Zollner, an internationally renowned expert in protecting children and vulnerable adults from clerical sex abuse, has resigned from his position on the Vatican’s safeguarding commission.
Cardinal O’Malley Defends Independence of the Vatican’s Safeguarding Commission
Boston Cardinal Seán O’Malley is president of the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors.
Pope Francis Asks for Annual Report on Church’s Efforts to Prevent Abuse
In an audience at the Vatican on April 29, the Pope called on commission to produce annual audit to promote ‘transparency and accountability.’ In his speech, Francis underlined that ‘abuse in any form is unacceptable.’
Catholic Church in Italy Holds 1st National Day of Prayer for Abuse Victims
The initiative is in response to Pope Francis’ 2016 invitation to bishops around the world to establish a day on which to pray for those subjected to sexual abuse.
Pope Francis Invokes Abraham Lincoln in Message to Safeguarding Summit
The Holy Father urged leaders to put the welfare of victims ahead of seeking to defend the Church’s reputation.
Pope Francis Names New Secretary of Vatican Safeguarding Commission
Pope Francis has appointed Father Andrew Small to be the secretary of the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors.
Pope Reappoints Cardinal O’Malley to Commission for Protection of Minors
In addition, seven members were also reconfirmed and nine new ones were appointed by Francis.
Pope Reiterates Church’s Commitment to Protect Minors From Abuse
Pope Francis addressed members of the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors Thursday.
Marie Collins Highlights Ongoing Tensions Over Vatican’s Handling of Clergy Abuse
The abuse survivor’s resignation this month from the Vatican commission to protect minors has focused public attention on the issue.
