Response to abuse has been slow, stymied by Vatican
Analysis: If the probe into the Australian church turns up something nasty, the church has only its leadership to blame.
Sydney
Australian prelates welcome investigation into child abuse cases
The Australian prime minister has announced the formation of a royal commission that will have power to investigate child abuse in institutions, including the Catholic church.
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In This Issue
June 7-20, 2013
- Pope spotlights social teaching with blunt calls for ethical economy
- We face clear moral choices in priorities of our federal budget
- Mother Tekla: the most powerful woman in Rome
- [Print Edition Only] Special Section: Ministries PREVIEW
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