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In priest’s abuse trial, German archbishop says he mishandled situation

In the first testimony ever given by a German Catholic bishop in a court case on abuse, Hamburg Archbishop Stefan Hesse admitted having made mistakes in the case of an offending priest on trial in the Cologne regional court.

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Despite question marks, Vatican bank verdict is still a watershed

We witnessed a potential watershed moment this week for financial reform in the Vatican when a longtime former president of the Vatican Bank, along with the bank’s lawyer, were sentenced to eight years and 11 months in jail for their roles in a $70 million fraud.

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Priest jailed for theft blames Catholic doctrine, also facing sex abuse charges

The priest is also facing charges related to child sexual abuse and possession of child pornography.

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NY Attorney General sues Church, leaders over coverup, misuse of charitable funds

“Buffalo Diocese failed to investigate allegations,” New York’s AG said. “Instead, they covered up credible claims and protected the accused priests.”

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