8 points in 'all-out battle' against abuse

·      Pope Francis: Church will focus on 8 points in 'all-out battle' against abuse

Pope Francis Sunday outlined eight points that the Church will focus on in an “all-out battle” against the sexual abuse of minors to, he said, “turn this evil into an opportunity for purification.”

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·      Rosica apologizes for plagiarism

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·      Cardinal Cupich lays out framework for bishops' accountability

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