Pope Leo denounces what he calls "scourge" of sexual abuse by Catholic clergy

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Original Load Date June 8, 2026, 9 a.m.
Last Updated June 8, 2026, 9 a.m.
Original URL https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/pope-leo-scourge-sexual-abuse-catholic-clergy/

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Pope Leo XIV on Monday denounced the "scourge" of sexual violence by Catholic clergy and called for a "culture of care" in the Church ahead of an expected private meeting with victims in Spain. "One of the most painful encounters is with those who have been wounded precisely by those who were suppo...