Vatican Faults Many for McCarrick's Rise, Spares Pope FrancisThe Vatican took the extraordinary step of publishing its two-year investigation into the American prelate’s rise and fall.Associated Press
Pope Francis Calls for Same-Sex Civil Union Laws The leader of the Catholic Church has voiced his support for same-sex civil unions.Jacklyn Krol
Pope Removes Shroud of Secrecy From Clergy Sex Abuse CasesFrancis had faced mounting criticism that the high degree of confidentiality covering abuse cases has been used to protect pedophiles,.Associated Press