Cardinal Becciu: Vatican court convicts former Pope adviser of financial crimes

By admin December 18, 2023 No comment

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Cardinal Angelo Becciu, a former trusted adviser to Pope Francis, has been handed a five-and-a-half-year jail sentence by a Vatican court, marking a historic moment as the most senior Vatican official ever to face such charges. The trial centered around a controversial London property deal that resulted in substantial financial losses for the Catholic Church. […]

Transgender people can be baptised and be godparents, Vatican says

By admin November 9, 2023 No comment

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According to recent announcements from the Vatican’s doctrinal office, the Catholic Church is allowing transgender individuals to be baptized, serve as godparents at a baptism, and act as witnesses at weddings, as long as these actions do not cause scandal or confusion among the faithful. This updated stance reflects Pope Francis’s efforts to create a […]

Spanish Church sexual abuse affected 200,000 children, commission finds

By admin October 28, 2023 No comment

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According to a recent report by Spain’s ombudsman, more than 200,000 children have reportedly suffered sexual abuse at the hands of Catholic clergy in Spain. The ombudsman, Angel Gabilondo, expressed deep concern over the “devastating impact” this has had on the victims. He criticized the Church for its silence and attempts to conceal or deny […]

Pope Hints at Possibility of Catholic Church Blessing Same-Sex Couples

By admin October 3, 2023 No comment

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Pope Francis has hinted at a more inclusive approach within the Catholic Church, suggesting that it could bless same-sex couples. In response to a request from a group of cardinals for clarity on the issue, Pope Francis emphasized the importance of “pastoral charity” when considering such requests. He expressed the need to avoid being judgmental […]

Pope Francis, 86, to have abdominal surgery

By admin June 7, 2023 No comment

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Pope Francis is scheduled to undergo abdominal surgery for a hernia at Rome’s Gemelli hospital on Wednesday afternoon. The Vatican has stated that he is expected to remain in the hospital for several days to recover from the operation. The hernia has been causing recurrent and worsening symptoms, leading to the decision for surgical intervention. […]

Cardinal Ricard among 11 French bishops accused of abuse

By admin November 7, 2022 No comment

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One of the eleven current or former bishops charged with sexual assault is French Cardinal Jean-Pierre Ricard, according to the Church. The cardinal issued a statement in which he admitted to abusing a 14-year-old girl while serving as a parish priest 35 years prior and announced his decision to step down from his duties. A […]