The pope believes no man should become a priest unless he is suited to a life of chastity.
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West Virginia AG alleges Catholic bishop knowingly hired pedophiles
The lawsuit accuses the diocese of advertising safe environments for children while at the same time, a lawsuit says, choosing ‘to cover up and conceal arguably criminal behavior of child sexual abuse.’
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Portland diocese celebrates cathedral’s 150th year
The soaring Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception on Cumberland Avenue is the spiritual home for about 220,000 Roman Catholics in Maine.
Posted inNation & World
Statue of divisive Polish priest removed from Gdansk square
The move follows allegations that Henryk Jankowski sexually abused minors.
Posted inNation & World, News
Australian cardinal convicted of molesting 2 choirboys
Cardinal George Pell, Pope Francis’ top financial adviser, is the most senior Catholic ever charged with child sex abuse.
Posted inNation & World, News, Religion and Values
Vatican magazine denounces sexual abuse of nuns by priests
Women Church World says religious sisters have been silenced for years for fear of retaliation if they report those who molested them.
Posted inBill Nemitz, Opinion
Bill Nemitz: Dangerous times at Cheverus High
In 1978 and 1979, no fewer than five predatory men worked simultaneously at the school.
Posted inLocal & State
Jesuits’ list of 50 priests accused of sexual abuse includes 7 who worked at Cheverus High
Two of the men named by the regional governing body of the Catholic order were accused of abuse that occurred during their time at the high school in Portland.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: A tale of two Maine families
This year marks the 50th anniversary of this historic moment in the state’s history.
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Northeast province of Jesuits to release list of credibly accused priests
The regional body’s report, which may include names that have never been made public, shows the church’s transparency push after years of turmoil.