Catholic Church
The Missing Teen Whose Cold Case Was Revived With the Probe of a 'Warlock' Pedophile Ring
In 1988, Lee Boxell disappeared without a trace, and the case gradually went cold—until 2011, when an investigation into child abuse at a youth club gave the family some hope of closure.
The Pope Just Laid Down Strict New Rules on Reporting Sex Abuse
Priests and nuns will now be required to tell church authorities about abuse and attempts to cover it up.
More Than 300 Catholic Clergy in New Jersey Have Been Accused of Sex Abuse, Report Says
The report names priests, deacons, nuns, and other religious figures associated with the five Roman Catholic dioceses in New Jersey — including members of religious orders.
Sexually abused Boy Scouts will soon have a chance to sue the organization into oblivion
Just a few months ago, many of the victims would have had no way to seek justice.
Here's what Notre Dame looks like after a 9-hour fire
Four hundred firefighters managed to save the structure as well as several important pieces of religious art.
The far right is trying to make crucifixes mandatory across Italy
Christian symbols are having something of a comeback in Italy — but not because of a religious awakening.
Broken Faith: Inside the Catholic Church’s plan to quietly pay survivors of sexual abuse
The Church is launching private settlement programs just as states are making it possible for more child sex abuse victims to sue.
Lawyer for priest who sexually abused boys is very sorry he called it “plain-vanilla sexual penetration”
Australian Cardinal George Pell is facing a 50-year prison term for the charges, which date back to 1996.
Vatican treasurer Cardinal George Pell convicted of sexually abusing choirboys after secret trial
The cleric, who pleaded not guilty to the charges, said he would appeal the decision.
Cardinal George Pell has Been Found Guilty of Child Sexual Abuse
The former archbishop of Melbourne is the most senior Catholic cleric to ever be convicted of sexually abusing children.
Pope Francis admits Catholic priests used nuns as sex slaves
“Should we do something more? Yes. Is there the will? Yes. But it's a path that we have already begun.”
Texas Catholic Church releases names of nearly 300 priests accused of child abuse
“On behalf of all who have failed in this regard, I offer my sincerest apology," said Cardinal Daniel DiNardo.