Irregularities call into question not only the commitment of Church leadership to safeguarding of vulnerable adults, but the efficacy of safeguarding, reporting, and investigative procedures currently in place.

Policies have slowly improved. But as a matter of justice, individual prelates should admit wrongdoing and step down

Rumours about McCarrick were widespread. Why did nobody act?

Five of Chile's 34 bishops have now had their resignations accepted

Some bishops may want to disappear into retirement. But given the seriousness of the allegations, there should be legal proceedings

Vatican media has said hardly a word about last week's press conference

Cardinal Errázuriz, who is in a dispute with abuse survivors, has declined to attend next week's meeting. Will the Pope make him?

Cardinal Angelo Sodano said in his homily that everyone needs to confess their sins