The clergy abuse scandal has rocked the Catholic Church since the start of the 21st century and has been a topic facing the previous three popes.
Whomever is elected pope in 2025 will still be dealing with the problem.
Father Jordi Pujol is a professor of church communications at the Pontifical University of the Holy Cross and has devoted a great deal of study and attention to this ongoing issue.
Published May 7, 2025 · Updated May 7, 2025