Cardinal Woelki Expects Longer Papal Conclave Than Swift Election of Pope Francis
The 2013 conclave that elected Pope Francis lasted just two days, making it one of the shortest in modern history.
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Bishop Bode and Cardinal Woelki: Is There a ‘Double Standard’ in Germany With Respect to Mishandling of Abusive Priests?
Observers say Cardinal Woelki’s orthodoxy accounts for the much harsher public criticism he has received, even though his documented mistakes were far less serious than those made by Bishop Bode.
Vatican Backs Cardinal Woelki Over Abuse Study Contracts
The independent abuse investigation cost Germany’s largest — and reportedly also its richest — diocese around 2.8 million euros ($3.2 million) between 2019 and 2021.
German Cardinal Woelki Submits Resignation to Pope Francis
The archdiocese said that the Pope had instructed the 65-year-old cardinal to resume his ministry on March 2.
Pope Francis Confirms Cardinal Woelki in Post After Apostolic Visitation of Germany’s Cologne Archdiocese
The Holy See noted that the Pope and Cardinal Woelki had “a long conversation” last week.
German Cardinal Takes Further Action in Wake of Independent Abuse Report
Cardinal Woelki signed an agreement regarding the inquiry with Johann-Wilhelm Rörig, the federal government’s Independent Commissioner for Dealing with Sexual Abuse of Minors.
Is Cardinal Woelki Being Targeted Because of His Concerns About Germany’s Synodal Path?
Sources in Germany say that the campaign against Cologne’s cardinal archbishop is aimed at removing him so that the synodal path can proceed without resistance.
German Cardinal Says He Will Keep Promise to Publish Abuse Report
Cardinal Woelki has faced a wave of criticism — both in the German media and from local Church representatives — for not publishing the original report.
Confidentiality Dispute Piles Pressure on Cardinal Accused of Mishandling Abuse Cases
Cardinal Woelki is the second German Church leader in recent months to ask Rome to review his handling of abuse allegations.
Rejection of German Intercommunion Proposal Seen as Positive
Along with upholding Church unity and affirming Church teaching, the Vatican decision also will benefit ecumenical dialogue, Catholic leaders affirm.
