Pope Apologizes For 'Serious Mistakes' In Handling Of Chile's Sex Abuse Scandal
In a public letter, Francis says he misjudged the situation surrounding Chile's Bishop Juan Barros, who has been accused of helping cover up abuse.
by Scott Neuman
Apr 12, 2018
2 minutes
Updated at 3:10 a.m. ET
Pope Francis has acknowledged "serious mistakes" in his handling of Chile's sex abuse scandal and summoned the country's bishops to an emergency meeting in Rome to discuss the matter.
Francis blamed a lack of "truthful and balanced information" for misjudging the situation concerning Bishop Juan Barros, who he appointed to
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