Pope Francis says clergy sex abuse scandals are an “open wound” that must be treated with “firm and decisive” action.
Pope Francis said this at the Marian Shrine of Knock on Sunday, his second day in Ireland.
“This open wound challenges us to be firm and decisive in the pursuit of truth and justice,” Francis said in an Angelus message at the Marian shrine of Knock, drawing applause from the crowd.
Thousands of faithful had queued at security checks starting at 3 a.m. (0200 GMT), despite the inclement weather, for a chance to see Francis, who exchanged waves with the crowds as he drove up in the Popemobile.
According to the Vatican, 45,000 people came to hear the pope.
“I beg the Lord’s forgiveness for these sins and for the scandal and betrayal felt by so many others in God’s family.
“I ask our Blessed Mother Mary to intercede for all the…
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