A Pilgrimage of Reparation and Hope

Marking the Jubilee Year, the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors made a Pilgrimage of Reparation and Hope on the eve of Holy Week carrying with them, as they crossed the Holy Doorthe prayers and testimonies of everyone who has reached out to the Commission over the past decade. A reflection offered by Commission Secretary Bishop Luis Manuel Alí Herrera:

'Conversional Justice' and Reparation: Annual Report 2024

Addressing the Spring Plenary Assembly of the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors, Constitutional Law Professor David Smolin, director of the Centre for Children, Law and Ethics at Samford University Cumberland, emphasized the Church’s evolving response to sexual abuse through a theological lens he described as “conversional justice”—a distinctively Catholic framework rooted in truth, justice, reparation and institutional reform.

Pope to Protection Commission: Be sentinels who keep watch

ROME – In an inspiring message delivered from Rome’s Gemelli Hospital, Pope Francis urged the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors to persevere in their crucial mission with “unwavering dedication and renewed hope.

Boots hit the ground in Commission’s capacity building program, the Memorare Initiative

LIMA, Peru – The Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors marked a significant milestone in its efforts across Latin America with the second regional meeting of Memorare Advisors on Feb. 28, 2025. The gathering took place during the 4th Latrin American Congress on the Protection of Minors, co-organized by CEPROME Latin American, PCPM, and the Peruvian Bishop’s Conference.  

Pope calls for clear regulations to govern AI ‘Tsunami’

Pope urges Latin American Safeguarding Congress in Peru to ensure human dignity remains at the heart of technological advances. In opening speech Commission Secretary Ali Herrera says we must work together to establish ethical standards and protective measures. 

On Safer Internet Day 2025, Commission reaffirms commitment to safeguarding children in the digital world

“If children are our future, caring about their wellbeing needs to happen today. And that includes making Internet a safe place, for them and with them. For now and for their future.”
– Maud de Boer Buquicchio, Chair of the Commission’s Study Group on Online Abuse 

Pope Francis calls for global action to protect children’s rights

In the inaugural address at the World Meeting on Children’s Rights at the Vatican on Monday February 3, Pope Frances says nothing is more precious than the life of a child “To kill children is to deny the future”  

Safeguarding, ethnic cultures and taboo topics

Commission Secretary Bishop Ali and member Archbishop Thibault Verny travel to Ivory Coast, home to 62 ethnic groups, and hear from bishops, religious and faith communities working in challenging contexts to advance an end to sexual violence on the ground.    

Commission spotlights safeguarding in the Central African Republic in first trip of 2025

A Commission delegation recently returned from the Central African Republic, highlighting the vitality of the young church and its growing safeguarding needs 

European Church calls for vigilance against safeguarding fatigue

A three-day conference on Safeguarding in the Catholic Church in Europe concluded in Rome Friday with a resounding call for continued vigilance and collaboration in creating a safer Church environment.

Cardinal O’Malley: Suffering of victims and survivors has opened Church’s eyes

At the heart of the Annual Report presented by the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors, is the recognition of the unjust suffering and the courageous testimonies of victims and survivors, Commission president, Cardinal Sean O’Malley OFM Cap., told journalists at the October 29th presentation at the Holy See Press Office.

Commission to present pilot Annual Report on Church Policies and Procedures for Safeguarding

The Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors announced that it will present its pilot Annual Report on Safeguarding at the Holy See Press Office on Tuesday, October 29th.

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It is with deep sorrow that we mourn the passing of Pope Francis this morning at 7:35. A shepherd of compassion and courage, his tireless advocacy for the dignity of every person—especially the most vulnerable—marked a turning point in the life of the Church.

May the Lord grant him eternal rest.

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It is with deep sorrow that we mourn the passing of Pope Francis this morning at 7:35. A shepherd of compassion and courage, his tireless advocacy for the dignity of every person—especially the most vulnerable—marked a turning point in the life of the Church.

May the Lord grant him eternal rest.

#PopeFrancis #TutelaMinorum #InMemoriam #Vatican
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Marking the Jubilee Year, the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors made a Pilgrimage of Reparation and Hope on the eve of Holy Week, carrying with them the prayers and testimonies of everyone who has reached out to the Commission over the past decade as they crossed the Holy Door.

Marking the Jubilee Year, the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors made a Pilgrimage of Reparation and Hope on the eve of Holy Week, carrying with them the prayers and testimonies of everyone who has reached out to the Commission over the past decade as they crossed the Holy Door. ...

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A Pilgrimage of Reparation and Hope

On the eve of Holy Week, the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors embarked on a Pilgrimage of Reparation and Hope. This journey symbolizes our unwavering commitment to healing, justice, and safeguarding within the Church. 

We each carried with us a small clay house. This symbol manifests our commitment to make our Church a safe place for our children, adolescents and vulnerable people. It also reminds us that hope never disappoints, especially when it is grounded in the certainty that nothing and no one can separate us from the love of Jesus Christ.

#ReparationAndHope #Safeguarding #TutelaMinorum #HealingJourney #Jubilee2025 #Lent

A Pilgrimage of Reparation and Hope

On the eve of Holy Week, the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors embarked on a Pilgrimage of Reparation and Hope. This journey symbolizes our unwavering commitment to healing, justice, and safeguarding within the Church.

We each carried with us a small clay house. This symbol manifests our commitment to make our Church a safe place for our children, adolescents and vulnerable people. It also reminds us that hope never disappoints, especially when it is grounded in the certainty that nothing and no one can separate us from the love of Jesus Christ.

#ReparationAndHope #Safeguarding #TutelaMinorum #HealingJourney #Jubilee2025 #Lent
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Safeguarding without borders

The Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors is advancing a Universal Guidelines Framework for safeguarding to ensure the Church becomes a space of safety and dignity worldwide.

This initiative emphasizes: 

•	Global Standards: Implementing consistent safeguarding measures across all regions.
•	Survivor-Centered Approach: Prioritizing the voices and needs of survivors in all actions. 
•	Accountability: Establishing transparent systems to hold institutions responsible.

#Safeguarding #ChurchSafety #UniversalFramework #PCPM #ProtectingMinors #Accountability #SurvivorCentered

Safeguarding without borders

The Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors is advancing a Universal Guidelines Framework for safeguarding to ensure the Church becomes a space of safety and dignity worldwide.

This initiative emphasizes:

• Global Standards: Implementing consistent safeguarding measures across all regions.
• Survivor-Centered Approach: Prioritizing the voices and needs of survivors in all actions.
• Accountability: Establishing transparent systems to hold institutions responsible.

#Safeguarding #ChurchSafety #UniversalFramework #PCPM #ProtectingMinors #Accountability #SurvivorCentered
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Reparation In Action

Reparation is more than just financial, it’s relational, spiritual, structural and personal.

The 2024 PCPM Report calls the Church to repair trust through action:

•	Acknowledging harm
•	Reforming systems
•	Walking with survivors in justice and healing

Reparation means creating spaces where wounds are seen, and healing becomes possible.

#Reparation #JusticeAndHealing #PCPM #ConversionalJustice #ChurchReform #SurvivorCentered #Safeguarding

Reparation In Action

Reparation is more than just financial, it’s relational, spiritual, structural and personal.

The 2024 PCPM Report calls the Church to repair trust through action:

• Acknowledging harm
• Reforming systems
• Walking with survivors in justice and healing

Reparation means creating spaces where wounds are seen, and healing becomes possible.

#Reparation #JusticeAndHealing #PCPM #ConversionalJustice #ChurchReform #SurvivorCentered #Safeguarding
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PCPM 2024 Annual Report

This year’s focus: The second pillar of Conversional Justice: Reparations — placing survivors at the heart of the Church’s response and committing to real accountability, transparency, and reparation.

From policy reform to cultural transformation, this is not just safeguarding — it’s conversion in action.

#ConversionalJustice #PCPM #Safeguarding #ChurchReform #JusticeAndHealing #Accountability #CatholicChurch

PCPM 2024 Annual Report

This year’s focus: The second pillar of Conversional Justice: Reparations — placing survivors at the heart of the Church’s response and committing to real accountability, transparency, and reparation.

From policy reform to cultural transformation, this is not just safeguarding — it’s conversion in action.

#ConversionalJustice #PCPM #Safeguarding #ChurchReform #JusticeAndHealing #Accountability #CatholicChurch
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“Be sentinels who keep watch while the world sleeps. May the Holy Spirit preserve us from the temptation to file pain away instead of healing it.” – Pope Francis

In an inspiring address to the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors on the occasion of the Plenary Assembly, Pope Francis urges to be vigilant, courageous, and close to survivors. Our mission is clear: to remain a living, active expression of the Church’s care for those wounded by abuse.

#PCPM #Safeguarding #EndAbuse #PopeFrancis #CatholicChurch #ProtectionOfMinors #Accountability #Healing

“Be sentinels who keep watch while the world sleeps. May the Holy Spirit preserve us from the temptation to file pain away instead of healing it.” – Pope Francis

In an inspiring address to the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors on the occasion of the Plenary Assembly, Pope Francis urges to be vigilant, courageous, and close to survivors. Our mission is clear: to remain a living, active expression of the Church’s care for those wounded by abuse.

#PCPM #Safeguarding #EndAbuse #PopeFrancis #CatholicChurch #ProtectionOfMinors #Accountability #Healing
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