A two-year investigation into ex-Cardinal Theodore McCarrick was released by the Vatican today containing distressing facts that shine a light on a disturbingly dark chapter in our Church’s history. As reported, McCarrick’s actions were intolerable, bringing pain to victims and their families.
The United States bishops meet twice a year as a body of bishops to discuss, pray about, and vote on matters concerning the Church. At their most recent General Assembly, June 11-14, 2019, they spent no little time addressing the Church's continued response to abuse in the Church. Learn more in this FAQ about the General Assembly.