Benedict denies he knew about Legionaries of Christ abuse when cardinal
Berlin, GermanyReuters Former Pope Benedict XVI denied that he was given information about child abuse in the Legionaries of Christ religious order when he was a top Vatican official, in a case that has tarnished the reputation of his predecessor, John Paul II. Founded by Mexican cleric Marcial Maciel in 1941, the Legionaries of Christ […]
Vatican charity in spotlight over old sex assault allegation
Rome, ItalyAP A pontifical foundation has admitted that its late founder was credibly accused of sexually assaulting a female employee, who came forward in 2010 after learning the deceased priest was being considered for possible beatification. Aid to the Church in Need, which raises money to build and rebuild churches and train priests in poor […]