Pope Francis appoints 20 new cardinals
In hopes to make the Church more global and diverse, Pope Francis elevates 20 churchmen to the rank of cardinal from all over the globe, including East Timor, Mongolia and…
Roman Catholic cardinals from around the world meet in Rome | GMA
Cardinals who are under the age of 80 can vote to elect the next pope when time comes, and Pope Francis has now appointed more than 60% of those electors.…
More than 1,000 children were victims of priest abuse, according to grand jury report
Cardinal Donald Wuerl, who was accused in the report of allegedly concealing abuse, said in a statement he “acted with diligence, with concern for the victims and to prevent future…
Federal investigation opened into Catholic sex abuse scandal
The U.S. Department of Justice has subpoenaed Catholic dioceses in Pennsylvania in its investigation of abuse by priests. source
Religious leaders reflect back on 2018
Bishop Michael Curry, Pastor Heidi Neumark and Cardinal Timothy Dolan reflect back on the whirlwind past year on “GMA.” source
Report: Ousted cardinal gave money to top church leaders
Theodore McCarrick, who was defrocked for allegedly abusing his office for sex, donated hundreds of thousands of dollars to key figures, including Pope Benedict, the Washington Post said. WATCH THE…
Vatican report reveals news details regarding former cardinal’s misconduct
A new Vatican report describes how hierarchy in the Catholic Church either downplayed or dismissed allegations of sexual misconduct against former Cardinal Theodore McCarrick throughout his career. source
ABC News Live Update: Oral arguments on Obamacare underway in the Supreme Court
Plus, new revelations about disgraced former Cardinal Theodore McCarrick, and how to stay safe this holiday season during the pandemic. source