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Pope Leo XIV Urges Reform Amid Ongoing Abuse Crisis

1/30/2026

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Pope Leo XIV addressed the Vatican’s doctrine office on January 28, 2026, emphasizing truth, justice, and charity in clergy sex abuse cases.
He did not mention victims, suggesting a focus on the dicastery as a church tribunal rather than a pastoral office.
Leo acknowledged the ongoing abuse crisis and highlighted the need to listen to victims while protecting priests' rights.
In a meeting with Regnum Christi, he noted the necessity for continued reform within the organization but did not mention Marcial Maciel.

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Pope Leo XIV addressed the Vatican’s doctrine office on January 28, 2026, emphasizing truth, justice, and charity in clergy sex abuse cases.
He did not mention victims, suggesting a focus on the dicastery as a church tribunal rather than a pastoral office.
Leo acknowledged the ongoing abuse crisis and highlighted the need to listen to victims while protecting priests' rights.
In a meeting with Regnum Christi, he noted the necessity for continued reform within the organization but did not mention Marcial Maciel.