The measure was one of several measures announced by French bishops, one month after a landmark report on sexual abuse by clergy members in France.
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French Clerical Abuse Report Puts Spotlight on Confession
In rare instances, it noted, the secrecy around the sacrament had been used to cover up abuse cases, again raising issues of whether church or state law should prevail.
On Spain’s Camino de Santiago, Even Óscar the Donkey Is a Pilgrim
An artist and an innkeeper have enlisted the help of a burro in their effort to rescue the traditions of Spain’s ancient pilgrimage route from mass tourism (and selfies).
Biden Receives Communion at Rome Church
Some conservative bishops in the United States have said the president should be denied communion because of his support for abortion rights.
Biden Eases Fray With France and Savors Meeting With Pope as Europe Trip Begins
Mr. Biden sought to mend ties with France’s president over a sabotaged French submarine contract, and expressed gratitude toward Pope Francis after a 90-minute meeting.
Biden: Pope Says He Should Keep Receiving Communion
President Biden said abortion had not come up in their private meeting. “We just talked about the fact he was happy that I was a good Catholic and I should keep receiving communion,” he said.
Critics Try to Pressure Francis in Battle Over Biden and Communion
Some American prelates wanted the pope to challenge the president over his support for abortion rights. A U.S. bishop and cardinal put out pointed messages before his meeting with Francis.
Pope Francis to Meet India’s Narendra Modi for the First Time
The meeting comes amid increasing attacks on Christians in the South Asian nation, which is home to one of Asia’s oldest Christian populations.
Meeting of Francis and Biden Will Highlight Rift With U.S. Bishops
The pope and president, who will meet at the Vatican on Friday, are common targets of conservative American bishops seeking to undercut them.
Pope Expresses ‘Willingness’ to Visit Canada for Indigenous Reconciliation
A National Truth and Reconciliation Commission has called for a papal apology for abuses at church-run schools for Indigenous children.