https://www.theguardian.com/world/2018/aug/28/vatican-erases-popes-remarks-about-psychiatric-help-for-gay-children The Vatican has rolled back on a recommendation by Pope Francis that parents seek psychiatric help for children who show homosexual tendencies. The pope made the comments to journalists as he was flying back to Rome from Ireland, but the Vatican later removed his phrase from its official account,Continue Reading

VOA News: Pope Promises ‘Firmest Measures Possible’ Against Pedophiles. http://google.com/newsstand/s/CBIw34jaijY https://www.voanews.com/a/pope-promises-firmest-measures-possible-against-pedophiles/4038345.html Pope Francis promised Thursday to respond with the “firmest measures possible” against priests who rape and molest children, and said bishops and religious superiors who cover up for them will be held accountable. Francis met for the first timeContinue Reading

Pell case shows poor judgment, will stain Pope Francis legacy, victims say. http://google.com/newsstand/s/CBIw8cqm4Tk The charging of a top Vatican official, Cardinal George Pell, with sex-abuse crimes this week will permanently stain the legacy of Pope Francis, exposing poor judgment in his appointment, victims of sexual abuse said. Francis’ appointment ofContinue Reading

http://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/news/article.cfm?c_id=2&objectid=11553827 Pope Francis has dismissed a question about whether condoms can be condoned in the fight against AIDS by saying there are more important issues confronting the world, like malnutrition, environmental exploitation and the lack of safe drinking water. Francis was asked about the church’s opposition to condoms while returningContinue Reading