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  • In Belgium, Pope Francis says ‘Church should be ashamed’ of clerical abuse

    In Belgium, Pope Francis says ‘Church should be ashamed’ of clerical abuse

    By Courtney Mares Rome Newsroom, Sep 27, 2024 / 09:11 am In Belgium’s Laeken Castle, Pope Francis confronted the Catholic Church’s long-standing clerical abuse crisis in the country, declaring unequivocally that “the Church should be ashamed” and must seek forgiveness for its failures. Speaking before approximately 300 dignitaries, including King Philippe and Belgian Prime Minister…