Pope Leo XIV, formerly Cardinal Robert Prevost, has come under fire from SNAP for allegedly ignoring sexual abuse allegations in the U.S. and South America. Critics point to his tenure as head of the Midwest Augustinians, where he allowed priests with abuse histories to live near schools. Despite prior meetings with victims, investigations were stalled due to lack of evidence and expired statutes of limitations. While some institutions still celebrate him, concerns remain over his handling of abuse cases and the implications for his papacy moving forward.
"Staying silent is a sin. It's not what God wants us to do," SNAP's national vice president Eduardo Lopez de Casas explains, emphasizing the need for action against abuse.
"He was high on our watchlist at SNAP... As head of the Midwest Augustinians, Prevost reportedly permitted Father James Ray to live at St. John Stone Friary."
SNAP cites Prevost's failure to launch formal church investigations into serious allegations against multiple priests in Peru, raising questions about his accountability.
"Despite widespread scrutiny, Pope Leo remains celebrated at his former institutions," indicating the contrasting perspectives on his leadership and actions.
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