The Holy See published the new statutes of the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors on Saturday, June 13. Approved by Pope Leo XIV, these texts clarify the powers of this body within the Roman administration and adapt its operation to the Apostolic Constitution Praedicate. The publication comes the day after the Pope's eventful return from Spain, where he met with victims of sexual abuse committed by members of the clergy.
A mandate strengthened since 2014
This statutory overhaul aims to strengthen the mandate of the commission created in 2014 by Pope Francis. The body is thus equipped with updated rules to pursue its mission of combating abuse within the Catholic Church. The new statutes specify, in particular, the procedures for intervention and the powers of the organization within the framework of the reformed Roman Curia.
The revision of the texts is part of ongoing efforts undertaken for over a decade to better prevent and combat violence against minors. Pope Leo XIV had already received the members of the commission in April 2022, confirming the importance the Holy See attaches to this issue. The updated statutes should allow for more effective coordination with other Vatican dicasteries.
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