The allegations dated back to the 1970s.

Children as young as 7 were mocked and laughed at by parents, a Christchurch mum says.

The original Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament was demolished in 2020 after quake damage.

Outcry over ‘blasphemous’ and ‘offensive’ clip in which ‘Christ is reduced to a crisp’.

The graves may have been covered in the 1960s to squeeze in more pews.

Kevin Healy argued for suppression despite being named in multiple articles already.

Claims include other abuses of power, as well as performing exorcisms on children.

Two days after being discharged from the hospital, Pope Francis resumed his duties.

Email 'illustrates a complete lack of understanding of survivor trauma,' advocate says.

Pope Francis accused his critics of trying to score ideological points with the church.

Heavy police presence as mourners, and protesters carrying rainbow flags, gather.

'When I said it is a sin, I was simply referring to Catholic moral teaching.'

Victims had complained to a Royal Commission about the church's handling of allegations.

The gesture set the tone of what Francis has said is a 'penitential pilgrimage'.

Many Kiwi Nigerians are from the region where diabolical shooting happened.

Many children were reportedly among the dead after gunmen targeted a church.

Speculation in Italian media suggests the 85-year-old might resign.

Most of the abuse alleged against priests and brothers was for sexual harm of children.

They might be "a bit peculiar" but they should not be made fun of, he said.

Indigenous leaders spoke of the abuse they suffered at the hands of Catholic priests.

A former nun with years of inside knowledge was among those to give evidence.

Survivors tell of being shown dead bodies and being made to clean out coffins.