Theodore McCarrick

• Pope Francis defrocks former U.S. cardinal over sexual abuse crimes

  Defrocking means McCarrick, 88, who now lives in a friary in Kansas after he lost his title of cardinal last year, won’t be allowed to celebrate Mass or other sacraments.

  World

  Feb 16, 2019
  
• Vatican spokesman and his deputy resign suddenly

  The Vatican spokesman, Greg Burke, and his deputy resigned suddenly Monday amid a troubled period in Pope Francis’ papacy.

  World

  Dec 31, 2018
  
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• Pope Francis accepts resignation of U.S. cardinal accused of sexual abuse

  Francis ordered Theodore McCarrick to conduct a “life of prayer and penance” even before a church trial is held.

  World

  Jul 28, 2018
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• Revelations of U.S. cardinal sex abuse will force Pope Francis’ hand

  Revelations that one of the most respected U.S. cardinals allegedly sexually abused both boys and adult seminarians have raised questions about who in the Catholic Church hierarchy knew - and what Pope Francis is going to do about it.

  World

  Jul 21, 2018