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Pope Leo XIV Engages Abuse Survivors in Belgium

11/10/2025

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Pope Leo XIV met 15 clerical abuse survivors in Belgium on Saturday for nearly three hours.
The Holy See Press Office described the encounter as closeness, listening, and dialogue, and concluded with prayer.
This follows a series of similar engagements since Leo's election six months ago, signaling focus on abuse cases.
Pope Francis, Leo XIV's predecessor, also met victims during a September 2024 Belgium visit, underscoring ongoing Church efforts.

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Pope Leo XIV met 15 clerical abuse survivors in Belgium on Saturday for nearly three hours.
The Holy See Press Office described the encounter as closeness, listening, and dialogue, and concluded with prayer.
This follows a series of similar engagements since Leo's election six months ago, signaling focus on abuse cases.
Pope Francis, Leo XIV's predecessor, also met victims during a September 2024 Belgium visit, underscoring ongoing Church efforts.