During the ceremony, Mr. Gien's participation was historic as it marked the first time a survivor of clerical sexual abuse spoke during a formal Vatican prayer service. The Vatican has recognized the significance of survivors' voices in acknowledging the impact of abuse within the Church.
Gien expressed that sharing his story at St. Peter's Basilica was profoundly moving for his personal spiritual journey. He viewed this moment, in front of Pope Francis and a gathering of church leaders, as an opportunity to seek acknowledgment and healing for victims.
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