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The investigation anonymously quotes two alleged victims, now in their 40s, who say the bishop abused his position of power over boys in the area who lived in extreme poverty.
The Supreme Court confirmed a fine amounting to more than $52,000 and compensation of about $2,000 to each of the seven victims.
The priest’s downplaying of Archbishop Rembert Weakland’s grave offenses is a painful reminder of the steep hill that the Church in the U.S. still must climb in order to regain its moral authority.
Known as America’s most liberal bishop, he did enormous damage to the Church he served as abbot primate of the worldwide Benedictine order and subsequently as archbishop of Milwaukee.
The civil case involving an adolescent boy has received significant media attention due to the graphic nature of the allegations.
Father Michel Viot discusses his critical book about the Sauvé Report, which shook France and the whole Catholic Church in the fall of 2021, and denounces the partiality of its authors.
The federal probe could pave the way for further revelations and further lawsuits against the New Orleans archdiocese.
The report will cover abuse in the Catholic Church in Italy from the years 2000 to 2021. He said it is due to be released on Nov. 18.
The petition represents nine California Catholic dioceses and archdioceses.
Last month the Spanish parliament overwhelmingly approved the creation of an independent commission to investigate alleged sexual abuse in the Catholic Church.
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