The revelations are seen as an important step by the Society of Jesus.

After an allegation of his misconduct with a minor in the 1990s was deemed credible, Pope Francis accepted the resignation of the Auxiliary Bishop Alexander Salazar.

In his World Day of Peace message, Pope Francis warned against the vices that are too often linked to politics today and do not build peace in society.

The request is a clear indication that children, not the reputation of the church, will be the paramount concern at this meeting.

A prominent U.S. archbishop is asking the Vatican for answers about the status of an investigation into alleged sexual misconduct by his predecessor, who was forced to resign in 2015.

Organizers of an upcoming Vatican summit on sex abuse prevention are warning that the credibility of the Catholic Church is in jeopardy over the abuse scandal and are urging participants to meet with victims personally before coming to Rome.