Since 2018, EL PAIS has investigated pedophilia in the Spanish Church, revealing numerous cases. Pope Francis has been pivotal in addressing this issue, yet despite his personal commitment and regulatory efforts, support from the Church hierarchy has often been lacking. Critics argue that while he has made efforts to engage with victims and issue reforms, tangible progress remains minimal. In Spain, Francis's decision to delegate management of abuse cases led to years of inaction and denial, essentially stalling the necessary confrontation with the problem. His early refusal to heed the U.N.’s recommendations further underscores the challenges faced in reforming the Church's handling of such abuses.
During his 12-year pontificate, Pope Francis grappled with clerical pedophilia, personally committing to reforms while struggling for support from bishops and the Vatican bureaucracy.
Despite initiating strict regulations and humane engagements with victims, ongoing criticisms from victims’ associations highlight a lack of substantial progress in tackling clerical abuse.
Francis chose to delegate management of pedophilia cases to the Spanish Church, resulting in years defined by denial and opacity, rather than direct confrontation.
The Argentine pope faced criticism for failing to fully confront the U.N.’s call for accountability, indicating a cautious approach toward the Church's handling of abuse cases.
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