For the first time, Pope Francis has addressed the scandal that rocked France after seven women accused the late Abbé Pierre – often hailed as a modern-day saint – of sexual abuse ...

"This is obviously a consequence of media coverage surrounding sexual violence in the church related to the Betharram affair and the revelations about Abbé Pierre last summer," she added.

Emergence of allegations The allegations against Abbé Pierre surfaced posthumously, significantly tarnishing his legacy years after his death. In July 2024, Emmaüs International and the ...