Abuse Tracker 2020 Part 2: March to April 2020 On this page we offer cached copies of all the articles about the crisis blogged by Kathy Shaw on her indispensable Abuse Tracker.

March 2020

March 1

- Media Statement on Diocesan Bankruptcy and Abuse Claims, in Catholic Charities of Tompkins/Tioga, Diocese of Rochester (March 01, 2020)
- Sexually abused gymnasts have ally in fight for accountability from US Olympic leader, by Nancy Armour, USA TODAY (March 01, 2020)
- Pope Francis removes Kerala priest convicted for raping 16-year-old girl from priesthood, on The Opindia.com (March 01, 2020)
- Jandy’s Story: A Stunning Tale of One Woman’s Courage and Strength to Carry On After Serious Childhood Sex Abuse, in The Wartburg Watch (blog) (February 24, 2020)
- Priest accused of having child porn faces new charges, in Associated Press (February 21, 2020)
- Other diocese bankruptcies offer clues for Catholics uncertain about future, by Jay Tokasz, Buffalo News (March 01, 2020)
- Allentown Diocese says earlier accusation against now jailed priest was ‘unfounded.’ Prosecutors disagree, by Peter Hall, Daniel Patrick Sheehan And Sarah M. Wojcik, Morning Call (March 01, 2020)
- Media Statement: Notice Regarding Rev. Msgr. Raymond A. Barton, Retired, in Diocese of Richmond (February 14, 2020)
- When Is A Girl Ready For Marriage? After Her First Period Says High Court In Pakistan, by Ewelina U. Ochab, Forbes (March 01, 2020)
- Scourge of child sexual exploitation takes on added deviance online, by Mark Pattison, Catholic News Service via Crux (March 01, 2020)
- Editorial: Finally, serious research into sexual harassment in Jamaica, in Jamaica Observer (March 01, 2020)
- Opinion: Outlier South Dakota Legislature Again Fails to Protect Children, by Mike Bryant, Legal Examiner (law firm blog) (March 01, 2020)
- Is Vatican anti-abuse task force ‘Tale of Two Cities’ or ‘Remembrance of Things Past’?, by John L. Allen Jr., Crux (February 29, 2020)
- SNAP calls Catholic Diocese of Memphis 'credibly accused' list incomplete, "insult to victims", by Rebecca Butcher, LocalMemphis.com (February 28, 2020)
- Bishop Scharfenberger explains why he believes abusive priests are part of church "family", by Charlie Specht, WKBW-TV (February 28, 2020)
- Statement of Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger, in Western New York Catholic (March 01, 2020)

March 2

- Germany's under-fire Catholic Church seeks new leader, in Agence France Presse via France 24 (March 2, 2020)
- After Buffalo Diocese bankruptcy, lawyers change strategy for abuse claims, by Jay Tokasz, Buffalo Times (March 2, 2020)
- Clergy sexual abuse survivor calls for Scharfenberger's removal, by Mike Desmond, WBFO radio (NPR affiliate) (March 2, 2020)
- Talley’s call for repentence in Lenten season comes with list of accused priests, by Bill Dries, Daily Memphian (February 29, 2020)
- Victimas de abuso reclamarán al Papa la destitución permanente de sacerdotes pederastas, Como así también de los obispos encubridores, in The Ellitoral (February 18, 2020)
- Why aren’t Ohio officials investigating Catholic sex abuse cases?, by Danae King, Columbus Dispatch (March 2, 2020)
- Guest editorial | Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg should fully reckon with the harm caused to victims of childhood sexual abuse, in The Tribune Democrat (March 2, 2020)
- Holland Public Schools, local church sued over sex abuse allegations, by Carolyn Muyskens, Holland Sentinel (March 01, 2020)
- Would your church offerings be used to settle sex-abuse claims in Harrisburg Diocese?, by Sam Ruland, York Daily Record (March 2, 2020)
- Vanier abuse revelations prompt Catholic soul-searching, by Elise Ann Allen, Crux Now (March 2, 2020)
- Sex abuse victims frustrated over diocese bankruptcy, by Mike Baggerman, WBEN (March 2, 2020)
- Redress: Has the State delivered for abuse survivors?, by Mick Peelo, RTÉ (March 2, 2020)
- Jacksonville realtor accused of sexual battery with child, by Vic Micolucci, News4Jax (March 2, 2020)
- Papal task force to help revise local abuse guidelines, by Carol Glatz, Tablet/CNS (March 2, 2020)
- Beth Moore says memorising Scripture helped her to heal from sexual abuse, in Christian Today (March 2, 2020)
- 'A fugitive from justice': Concerned Catholics backs move to laicize priest over abuse, by Haidee Eugenio Gilbert, Pacific Daily News (March 2, 2020)
- ABC journalist Sarah Ferguson on making Revelation and coming face to face with two of the Catholic Church’s worst serial paedophiles, by Natasha Johnson, ABC News (March 01, 2020)
- Letter from Rome: Sexual abuse is not about sex, by Robert Mickens, UCA NEWS (March 2, 2020)
- ND Forum examines Catholic laity's role in responding to sex abuse crisis, by Anna Bradley, University of Notre Dame (March 2, 2020)
- Likely mediator named; claim deadline, forms set in bankruptcy, by Mike Latona, Catholic Courier (March 2, 2020)
- Charlotte Diocese Adds 2 New Names To List Of Clergy 'Credibly Accused' Of Abuse, by Sarah Delia, WFAE (March 2, 2020)
- Catholic school sues parents for not paying tuition after daughter went to different school, by Dave Altimari, Hartford Courant (March 01, 2020)
- Pope Francis accepts resignation of Buffalo’s Bishop Edward Grosz, by Courtney Mares, CNA (March 2, 2020)
- Aly Raisman insulted by USA Gymnastics' Nassar settlement, accuses them of 'cover-up', by Liz Roscher, Yahoo Sports (March 2, 2020)
- Stars Walk Out Of French Award Show In Protest After Roman Polanski Wins, by Cole Delbyck, HuffPost (March 01, 2020)
- Savage murder of Sister Margaret Ann Pahl by a twisted priest, Father Gerald Robinson, profiled on ID, by Jerry Brown, MonstersandCritics.com (March 01, 2020)
- Strongsville priest awaiting indictment by federal grand jury, by Andrew Cass, News-Herald (March 2, 2020)
- Call to defrock Catholic priest accused of sex abuse on Guam, in RNZ Pacific (March 2, 2020)
- 'I keep asking why,' priest's victim tells court, by Andrew Duffy, Ottawa Citizen (March 2, 2020)
- Vatican sends top 2 sex crimes investigators to Mexico, by Nicole Winfield And Maria Verza, Associated Press (March 2, 2020)

March 3

- Oakland Diocese, Ex-priest Sued over Alleged 1985 Assault on 5-year-old in Closet, by Matthias Gafni, San Francisco Chronicle (March 3, 2020)
- Supreme Court to Review Child Sex Abuse Time Limits Decision, by Mark Scolforo, Associated Press (March 3, 2020)
- Victimas Del Provolo: El Papa Todavia No Responde Si Los Recibira, in MDZol.com (February 17, 2020)
- Retired New Orleans Priest Likened in Court Docs to Notorious Boston Clerical Abuser, by Ramon Antonio Vargas, Nola.com (March 2, 2020)
- Ethnos360 and Child Safety, in Ethnos360, formerly New Tribes Mission (March 3, 2020)
- Monsignor William Lynn Back in Court, Prepping for Retrial for Allegedly Covering up Clergy Sex Abuse Reports, in CBS3 TV (March 2, 2020)
- L'arche Founder's Printed Legacy Damaged in Sex-abuse Report Fallout, by John Longhurst, Winnipeg Free Press (March 3, 2020)
- Q & a with Sr. Bernardine Pemii, Protecting Children from Abuse in Ghana, by Doreen Ajiambo, Global Sisters Report in National Catholic Reporter (March 3, 2020)
- Witness Testifies, Third Allegation Presented against Retired Catholic Priest, by Ben Matthews, Southeast Missourian (March 3, 2020)
- State Supreme Court to review Altoona-Johnstown child sex abuse time limits decision, by Mark Scolforo, Associated Press (March 02, 2020)
- Msgr. Zapfel, host of controversial Mass, knew of priest's abuse in 1987, by Charlie Specht, WKBW (March 3, 2020)
- How Long Do Victims of Clergy Sex Abuse Have to Take Legal Action?, by Mike Bryant, Legal Examiner (March 3, 2020)
- Cardinal Zen says Pope Francis being ‘manipulated’ on China, in The Crux (March 02, 2020)
- Vatican dismisses Indian priest jailed for rape, in UCA News (March 02, 2020)
- Legion of Christ Seeks Forgiveness, Change with New Norms, in Catholic News Agency (March 3, 2020)
- Vatican sends sex crime investigators to assist Mexican church, in Al Jazeera (March 3, 2020)
- Vatican sends abuse experts to Mexico to help church in safeguarding, by Carol Glatz, Catholic News Service (March 3, 2020)
- MinistrySafe to Lead 'Church Safety Workshop' to Reduce Risk of Sexual Abuse in Ministry Contexts, by Elizabeth Bristow, PRNewswire (March 3, 2020)
- 'I keep asking why,' victim tells court during Barry McGrory sentencing hearing, by Andrew Duffy, Ottawa Citizen (March 3, 2020)

March 4

- Vatican Acknowledges Some Countries Still Lack Guidelines on Preventing Abuse, by Philip Pullella, Reuters (February 29, 2020)
- Supernatural Bankruptcy, in Gettysburg Times (March 4, 2020)
- Cardinal on New Task Force: Regaining Catholics’ Trust Begins with ‘a Profound Sense of Responsibility’, by Javonte Anderson, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune via GazetteXtra (March 3, 2020)
- Cupich on New Catholic Church Abuse Protection Task Force: ‘regaining Trust Has to Begin with a Profound Sense of Responsibility’, by Javonte Anderson, Chicago Tribune (March 3, 2020)
- Lawsuit Alleges Abuse by Order Priest Who LED Middle School, by Mike Latona, Catholic Courier (March 3, 2020)
- Leading Clergy-abuse Expert Addresses Impact of the Crisis on Global Catholic Church, by Michelle Martin, Chicago Catholic (March 3, 2020)
- Lawmakers Hear Testimony on Ending the Statute of Limitations on Sex Assault, by Gerry Rayno, InDepthNH.org (March 3, 2020)
- An Oft-accused Priest, One Victim's Story and the True Meaning of Bankruptcy, by Sean Kirst, Buffalo News (March 3, 2020)
- Just As the Mccarrick Saga Seemed at Its Worst, More Scandal and Stonewalling, in Washington Post (March 3, 2020)
- Sexual Abuse Lawyer: ‘it’s Not Too Late to Come Forward’, in WROC-TV, Ch. 8 (March 3, 2020)
- 4 Mexican Bishops Referred to Superiors in Sex Abuse Cases, by Maria Verza, Associated Press (March 4, 2020)
- Attorneys give insight on PA Supreme Court reviewing child sex abuse time limits decision, by Brian Sheehan, Local 21 News (March 03, 2020)
- Serious allegations against Archdiocese of New Orleans and credibly accused priest detailed in new court filings, by Kimberly Curth, WVUE (March 03, 2020)
- McAleese threatens to leave Catholic Church if Vanier story not explained, by Patsy Mcgarry, Irish Times (March 03, 2020)
- Commentary: The Catholics on South Avenue, by David Andreatta, Rochester City Newspaper (March 4, 2020)
- Mary McAleese will leave Catholic Church if abuse allegations were ignored, by Graham Mcgrath, Extra.ie (March 4, 2020)
- Victims to Continue Sexual Abuse Claims Despite Buffalo Diocese Bankruptcy, Lawyer Says, by Tom Mcparland, Law.com/New York Law Journal (March 03, 2020)
- Albany Diocese Considers Uncertain Future During Siena Panel, by Jackie Orchard, WAMC (March 03, 2020)
- New York Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger explains why priests accused of abuse joined private Mass, in Catholic News Service (March 03, 2020)
- Controversial West Warwick priest seriously injured in Mass. crash, by Brian Amaral, Providence Journal (March 4, 2020)
- Fermanagh producer’s series on Australian clerical sex abuse, by Rodney Edwards, Impartial Reporter (March 4, 2020)
- Lawyers demand North Dakota Catholic dioceses 'end cover-up of clergy abuse,' release files, by Patrick Springer, Inforum (March 4, 2020)
- N.Y. bishop explains why priests accused of abuse joined private Mass, in Catholic News Service (March 4, 2020)
- West Warwick priest at center of controversy injured in crash, in NBC 10 News (March 4, 2020)
- Mexican Clerical Abuse Victims Skeptical of Vatican Mission, in Associated Press (March 03, 2020)
- Vatican Officials Investigating Sex Abuse Cases to Visit Mexico on 'Zero Tolerance' Drive, in The Reuters (March 03, 2020)

March 5

- ‘hidden Predator’ Bill Widens Statute of Limitations for Child Sex Abuse Lawsuits in Georgia, by Beau Evans, Augusta Chronicle (March 4, 2020)
- Regina Catholic School Division Commits to Renaming Jean Vanier School, by Jonathan Guignard, Global News (March 4, 2020)
- Malone Suspended Priest Secretary Who Leaked Chancery Tapes, in Catholic News Agency (March 4, 2020)
- High Court Judge Spends a Year Fighting Low-dollar Fine, by Edward Fitzpatrick, Boston Globe (March 5, 2020)
- Healing Together, by Margaret Fosmoe ’85, Notre Dame Magazine (March 5, 2020)
- Missouri Youth Group Leader Charged with Sex Crimes, in Associated Press (March 5, 2020)
- Views from Kansas: Church Should Back Legislation, in Lawrence Journal-World (March 5, 2020)
- In Europe, Church Taxes Are Voluntary. People Pay Them Anyway., by Philip Jenkins, Christian Century (March 5, 2020)
- Former St. Louis Priory Priest Who Stalked Woman by Hiding in Bushes Gets 2 Years’ Probation??, in Moose Gazette (March 4, 2020)
- Survey of Sex Abuse Victims Hopes to Dispel Myths about Survivors, by Heidi Schlumpf, National Catholic Reporter (March 4, 2020)
- Mountain View Police Arrest Missionary from Utah in Child Porn Investigation, in CBS SF (March 5, 2020)
- Sexually Abused Gymnasts Have Ally in Fight for Accountability from US Olympic Leader, by Nancy Armour, Usa Today (March 3, 2020)
- The Quiet, Often Painful Work of La's Abuse Oversight Board, by Tom Hoffarth, Angelus News (March 5, 2020)
- Denied Full Participation, Catholic Women Mobilise for Change, by Kathleen McPhillips and Tracy McEwan, The Conversation (March 5, 2020)
- Pope Francis Names Savannah Archbishop As New Leader of the Catholic Church in Atlanta, in Associated Press (March 5, 2020)
- Walking with ‘suffering Christ’ Means Standing with Victims, Says Priest, by Michelle Martin, CNS (March 5, 2020)
- Attorneys Say North Dakota Needs to Open up on Clergy Abuse, by Dave Kolpack, Associated Press (March 5, 2020)
- Former Mormon Church Leader Federally Indicted for Child Porn, by Christine Byers, MSN (March 5, 2020)
- Leading Catholic Figure Francis Sullivan Calling for Changes after Sex Abuse Crisis, by Mark Bowling, Catholic Leader (March 5, 2020)
- AP Explains: Vatican to Send Abuse Investigators to Mexico, by Maria Verza, Associated Press (March 5, 2020)
- Maryland State Senator Compares Bill on Child Sexual Abuse Lawsuits to Brett Kavanaugh Confirmation Process, by Pamela Wood, Baltimore Sun (March 5, 2020)
- German Bishops Approve Guidelines for Abuse Case Payments, in Associated Press (March 5, 2020)
- Priests with Same Last Name Mixed up on New Orleans Archdiocese's List of Abusive Clergy, by Ramon Antonio Vargas, NOLA.com (March 5, 2020)
- Pope Francis’ Seven-year Reign Brought Division in the Vatican and the Rest of His Church, by Betty Clermont, Open Tabernacle (March 5, 2020)
- Former Irish President Threatens to Quit Catholic Church over Vanier Revelations, by Charles Collins, Crux (March 5, 2020)
- Southern Baptist Wars: the Untold Story Is the Rage of Evangelical Women, by Julia Duin, GetReligion (February 23, 2020)
- Demographics Are Destiny: How Bad Could U.S. Protestants’ Money Woes Become?, by Richard Ostling, GetReligion (February 29, 2020)
- Ex-fargo Priest Says He Isn't Remorseful for Sexually Abusing Kids, by Joshua Peguero, Valley News Live (March 4, 2020)

March 6

- Diocese of Youngstown Adds to List of ‘credibly Accused’ Priests, in WKBN-TV (March 5, 2020)
- 4 Mexican Bishops Investigated since May for Hiding Abuse, by Maria Verza, Associated Press (March 5, 2020)
- Trial Continues for Accused Rapid City Priest, by Jack Caudill/Caroline Pettey, KOTA-TV (March 5, 2020)
- Australian Court to Hear Ex-vatican Treasurer's Final Appeal on Sex Offences, by Sonali Paul, Reuters (March 5, 2020)
- Expert: No System ‘will Ever Be Perfect’ but Church Abuse Prevention Is Improving, by Ines San Martin, Crux (March 6, 2020)
- Pope Accepts Resignation of French Cardinal Acquitted of Covering up Sex Abuse, by Francis X. Rocca and Noemie Bisserbe, Wall Street Journal (March 6, 2020)
- Clearfield Police Arrest Former Youth Leader on Multiple Child Sex Abuse Charges, by Mark Shenefelt, Standard-Examiner (March 6, 2020)
- Sao Paulo Archdiocese Creates Commission to Investigate Abuse Complaints, by Lise Alves, Catholic News Service (March 6, 2020)
- LA Priests Among Those Allowed to Work Abroad after Sexual Abuse Accusations, in LAist (March 6, 2020)
- Whistle-blower Priest Seeks Lifting of Suspension Imposed by Disgraced Bishop, by Christopher White, Crux (March 6, 2020)
- Dozens of Catholic Priests Credibly Accused of Abuse Found Work Abroad, Some with the Church’s Blessing, by Katie Zavadski, Topher Sanders, ProPublica, and Nicole Hensley, Houston Chronicle (March 6, 2020)
- Citing Coronavirus, Mexican Bishops Announce Delay in Vatican Sex Abuse Probe, by Ines San Martin, Crux (March 5, 2020)

March 7

- Damning Report Shows How the Catholic Church Dumped Predator Priests in Mexico, by Hemant Mehta, FriendlyAtheist.Patheos.com (blog) (March 7, 2020)
- FIVE YEARS AGO, “SPOTLIGHT” ROCKED FILM AUDIENCES, on The AdamHorowitzLaw.com (law firm blog) (March 7, 2020)
- Abusive New Orleans priest enjoys six figures' worth of financial support, victim claims, by Ramon Antonio Vargas, NOLA.com (March 06, 2020)
- Dioceses. Boy Scouts. USA Gymnastics: The Real Reason They’re Crying “BANKRUPTCY”, on The AdamHorowitzLaw.com (law firm blog) (March 7, 2020)
- Priest offers suffering from brain tumor for victims of clergy sex abuse, by Sean Gallagher, Crux (March 7, 2020)
- Catholic writers reflect on Vanier revelations, by John Longhurst, Winnipeg Free Press (March 7, 2020)
- Erie’s Trautman denies claims in Buffalo abuse suit, by Ed Palattella, GoErie.com (March 7, 2020)
- Diarmuid Ferriter: No redress for a botched scheme, by Diarmaid Ferriter, Irish Times (March 7, 2020)
- Redress: Has the State delivered for abuse survivors?, in The RTÉ (March 04, 2020)
- 'It was now or never': Abuse survivor on why he spoke out on RTÉ programme in 2009, by Gráinne Ní Aodha, Journal (March 7, 2020)
- Diocese offers findings on allegations against Rev. William A. Nolan, in Catholic Herald (March 7, 2020)
- Ex-Hillel House director convicted of molesting 9-year-old, in Associated Press (March 7, 2020)
- Georgia 'Hidden Predator' house bill widens statute of limitations for child sex abuse lawsuits, by Beau Evans, Capitol Beat News Service (March 7, 2020)
- Vatican halts Mexico abuse prevention mission, cites virus, by Maria Verza, Nicole Winfield And Christopher Sherman, Associated Press (March 7, 2020)
- Pope accepts resignation of French Cardinal Philippe Barbarin, by Benedict Mayaki, Vatican News (March 06, 2020)
- Pope lets French cardinal embroiled in abuse cover-up resign, by Nicole Winfield, Associated Press (March 06, 2020)
- New Court filings accuse Archdiocese of New Orleans of continuing to support priest credibly accused of child sex abuse, by Kimberly Curth, WVUE-TV (March 06, 2020)
- Priest convicted of child porn dies in Illinois prison, in Associated Press (March 7, 2020)
- Hunting For Old Dirt On The Church – OpEd, by William Donohue, Eurasia Review (March 06, 2020)
- Lyon is preparing for the post-Barbarin: "It's time to turn the page", in The Limited Times (March 06, 2020)
- French cardinal exits over failure to report alleged sex abuser, in Agence France-Presse via France 24 (March 06, 2020)
- Ex-North Charleston pastor accused of child sex abuse pleads guilty to assault, avoids jail time, by Sara Coello, Post and Courier (March 7, 2020)
- How the Irish State has compounded the abuse of religious institution survivors, by Ciaran Tierney, Irish Central (March 7, 2020)

March 8

- Diocese of Sacramento priest, dozens of others found work abroad despite abuse allegations, by Katie Zavadski, Topher Sanders And Nicole Hensley, ProPublica (March 8, 2020)
- The Canadian Church Struggles to Confront Sex Abuse, by Michael W. Higgins, Commonwealth Magazine (February 11, 2020)
- No hiding place for child molesters in our ranks, say Seventh-day Adventists, in Jamaica Observer (March 8, 2020)
- Former pastor found guilty of sexually assaulting 2 minors, in Associated Press (March 06, 2020)
- Ex-Fort priest acquitted of sex abuse cleared by Madison Diocese, by Frank Schultz, JeffersCounty Daily Union (March 8, 2020)
- LA Priests Among Those Allowed To Work Abroad After Sexual Abuse Accusations, by Jessica P. Ogilvie, LaIst (March 06, 2020)
- Turning the abuse crisis discussion to deeper themes, by Tom Roberts, National Catholic Reporter (March 06, 2020)
- Allegations against former St Kevin's head of junior school referred to police by child safety authorities, by Louise Milligan, Australian Broadcast Corporation (March 02, 2020)
- ‘Open to High Court to insist Pell’s convictions were unreasonable’, by Naomi Neilson, Lawyers Weekly (March 05, 2020)
- Corte constitucional ordena la iglesia entregar archivos sobre pederastia periodista articulo, in El Espectador (March 03, 2020)
- Congolese bishops hold session on the protection of minors, by Lucie Sarr, La Croix International (March 05, 2020)
- Eastern African Bishops review implementation of child protection, by Benedict Mayaki, Vatican News (March 07, 2020)
- High drama and even higher stakes: it’s the moment of truth for George Pell, by John Ferguson, Australian (March 07, 2020)
- George Pell Case: The Wine in the Wardrobe Revisited [Op-Ed], by Chris Friel, BigNewsNetwork.com (blog) (March 07, 2020)

March 9

- Philippines: Abuses against women are a sin, Philippine bishop says, in UCA News (March 9, 2020)
- Study finds more than 50 accused priests active outside the US, by Christopher White, Crux (March 9, 2020)
- Former Morris Catholic HS coach charged with sexual assault of two minor girls, by William Westhoven, Morristown Daily Record (March 08, 2020)
- Catholic women seek changes in policies, practices of church, by Jyoti Shelar, Hindu (March 9, 2020)
- Jesuit priest removed from prestigious St Aloysius’ College in Glasgow over historical child abuse disclosure, by Keith Mcleod, Daily Record (March 9, 2020)
- Who's missing on the Vatican's new abuse task force?, by Inés San Martín, Crux Now via Angelus (March 9, 2020)
- Diocese: Claims against retired Wisconsin priest uncredible, in Associated Press (March 08, 2020)
- North Dakota priest says he's not sorry for sexually abusing two kids, but regrets the emotional trauma, by Akshay Pai, Mea Worldwide (March 9, 2020)
- Jury trial begins for Pewaukee priest accused of sexually assaulting girl during confession, by Angelica Sanchez, FOX6 News (March 9, 2020)
- Priest accused of sex abuse cleared by Madison Diocese, by Frank Schultz, GazetteXtra (March 07, 2020)
- Opinion: Letters- Is Priestly Celibacy Still Viable?, in The New York Times (March 08, 2020)
- The Catholic Church Is Apparently Fine With Child Abuse as Long as Priests Move Around a Lot, by Garrett Schlichte, Jezebel (March 08, 2020)
- Retired priest’s sentence for sexually abusing boy thrown out, in The WPXI (March 9, 2020)
- Judge Throws Out Retired Priest’s Sexual Assault Conviction, by Chris Hoffman, KDKA (March 9, 2020)
- Bishop asks people to pray for imprisoned former Mascoutah priest who died, by Teri Maddox, Belleville News-Democrat (March 07, 2020)
- Peruvian cardinal calls for suppression of Sodalitium Christianae Vitae, by Jd Flynn, Catholic News Agency (March 9, 2020)
- Times-Picayune, 3 TV stations seek unsealing of records on accused predator priest, by Ramon Antonio Vargas, NOLA.com (March 9, 2020)
- New Vatican Panel. Don’t Hold Your Breath Waiting for Change, in damHorowitzLaw.com (law firm blog) (March 9, 2020)
- News Release: Eighteen years later, concerned Catholics still addressing clergy abuse, in Digital Journal (March 9, 2020)
- Victims of clergy sex abuse and powerful legal firm named to Harrisburg Diocese bankruptcy case, by Ivey Dejesus, PennLive.com (March 9, 2020)
- Any wiser? Sarah Ferguson's macabre journey into the mind of a paedophile, by Barney Zwartz, Sydney Morning Herald (March 10, 2020)

March 10

- Accused Priest in Rock Island Sues Peoria Diocese: "I Am Innocent", by Linda Cook, Quad Cities Online (March 10, 2020)
- More Appeals Expected after Judge Throws out Pittsburgh Judge Mark Tranquilli’s Conviction of Retired Priest, by Andy Sheehan, KDKA-TV (March 9, 2020)
- Judge Throws out Conviction of Retired Priest in Abuse Case, in Associated Press (March 9, 2020)
- Jury Gets Case of Former Rapid City Priest, by Jack Caudill, KOTA-TV (March 9, 2020)
- Australia’s High Court to Hear Pell Abuse Appeal Wednesday, by Rod McGuirk, Associated Press (March 10, 2020)
- George Pell's Final Bid for Freedom Rests on Six Missing Minutes, by Chip Le Grand, Sydney Morning Herald (March 10, 2020)
- Second Suit Alleges Sexual Abuse at St. Hilary School, in Observer-Reporter (March 10, 2020)
- Former Victorian Teacher Jailed for Abuse, by Caroline Schelle, Port News (March 10, 2020)
- Morris Catholic Teacher Met in Hotel, Bought Sex Toy for Student, Police Say, by Nicholas Katzban, NorthJersey.com (March 9, 2020)
- Former Trinity College Colac Teacher Kevin Myers Jailed for Child Sexual Abuse, Current Principal Praises Victims" Bravery, by Nicole Mills and Steven Schubert, ABC News (March 10, 2020)
- Former Lansing youth group leader pleads no contest to sex assault of 3 teens, by Kara Berg, Lansing State Journal (March 10, 2020)
- Child sex abuse victim says Anglican Church fobbed her off, then offered payout in exchange for silence, by Josh Robertson, ABC News (March 09, 2020)
- New church sex abuse allegation filed, in KUAM News (March 10, 2020)
- Filipino bishops say abuse of women is an 'affront to God', in Catholic News Agency (March 10, 2020)
- Peruvian cardinal says Sodalitium should be 'dissolved', by Junno Arocho Esteves, Catholic News Service (March 10, 2020)
- Boys Brigade seeking damages from Fife lawyer convicted two decades ago of sexual abuse, by Craig Smith, Courier (March 09, 2020)
- Women petition Cardinal Gracias for more decision-making roles, by Joshua J. Mcelwee, National Catholic Reporter (March 10, 2020)
- Indian women seek gender equality in Catholic Church, in UCA News (March 09, 2020)
- Nigerian pastor and wife jailed in UK for rape of church-goers as young as nine in ‘holy baths’, by Mildred Europa Taylor, face2faceafrica (March 10, 2020)
- Attorney seeking other victims of accused priest from Avon, Dansville, by Matt Leader, LivingstNews (March 10, 2020)
- WVUE-TV, other media outlets seek to have records unsealed in church sex abuse case, in The WVUE (March 10, 2020)
- George Pell may face new sex abuse claims, by John Ferguson, Australian (March 10, 2020)
- A year later, Catholic Church checks progress on abuse, by Carol Glatz, Catholic News Service (March 10, 2020)
- High Court to consider Cardinal Pell case today, by Karen Sweeney, AAP via CathNews (March 11, 2020)
- ROSEMARY O’GRADY. The Pell Appeal : A Hail Mary Pass, by Rosemary O’grady, Pearls and Irritati(blog) (March 11, 2020)
- George Pell: high court to decide today if disgraced cardinal's appeal will go ahead, in AAP via The Guardian (March 10, 2020)
- The word is George Pell will walk free ... but first the high court must have its say, by David Marr, Guardian (March 09, 2020)

March 11

- Pell's Case Done in High Court Appeal Bid, by Karen Sweeney, Australian Associated Press via Canberra Times (March 11, 2020)
- George Pell ‘didn’t Have Time to Abuse Boys’, High Court Hears, by Olivia Caisley and John Ferguson, The Australian (March 11, 2020)
- "Sheer Unlikelihood in the Sequence of Events" around Pell Child Abuse, High Court Told, by Chip Le Grand, Sydney Morning Herald (March 11, 2020)
- Australian Court Hears Final Appeal by Ex-vatican Treasurer Pell, by Sonali Paul, Reuters (March 11, 2020)
- Pell Appeal an “incredibly Difficult Issue for Many People”: Chris Kenny, in SkyNews.com.au (March 11, 2020)
- George Pell May Face New Sex Abuse Claims, by John Ferguson, The Australian (March 10, 2020)
- Cardinal Pell lawyers say child sex conviction 'wrong', in The AFP (March 11, 2020)
- Cardinal Pell’s Lawyers Make Final Case in High Court Appeal, in Catholic News Agency via National Catholic Register (March 11, 2020)
- Lawyer claims 'reasonable doubt' on Pell conviction, by Mark Bowling, Tablet (March 11, 2020)
- Australian bishop steps aside during Vatican abuse investigation, by Jd Flynn, Catholic News Agency (March 11, 2020)
- Former priest returned to Michigan for sexual abuse arraignment, on WZZM-TV, Channel 13 (March 11, 2020)
- Former Michigan Catholic priest charged with additional child sexual abuse charges, by Justine Lofton, MLive.com (March 11, 2020)
- SNAP calls for bishop to resign, list names of priests accused of abuse, on The Channel 12 TV (March 10, 2020)
- Catholic Bishop of Broome Christopher Saunders voluntarily steps down amid investigation into allegation of sexual misconduct, by Erin Parke, Sam Tomlin And Ben Collins, ABC Kimberley (March 11, 2020)
- Court approves $34 million clergy abuse settlement with Minnesota diocese, by Dan Browning, Star Tribune (Minneapolis) (TNS) (March 11, 2020)
- The Problem With the Term 'Child Porn' – From a Survivor Who Was in Front of the Camera, by Rachel Undoed, Mighty (March 10, 2020)
- Catholic leaders’ summit seeks to respond to abuse crisis through new culture of leadership in Church, by Mark Zimmermann, Catholic Standard (March 11, 2020)
- Bishop of Broome Christopher Saunders centre of police investigation into historical sex offences, by Chris Reason, 7NEWS (March 11, 2020)
- Catholic Bishop of Broome, Chris Saunders, stands aside from position, by Michael Mcgowan, Guardian (March 11, 2020)
- Broome bishop Christopher Saunders stands down over serious allegations, by Marta Pascual Juanola, WAtoday (March 11, 2020)
- Clergy and laity share ‘co-responsibility’ in Church, bishop says, by Jack Lyons, CRUX (March 11, 2020)

March 12

- Lay Catholic Group Presses W. Virginia Diocese for Action on Bransfield, by Peter Feuerherd, National Catholic Reporter (March 12, 2020)
- Catholic Diocese of New Ulm Reaches Settlement with Sex Abuse Victims, in Learfield Wire Service (March 11, 2020)
- Court Reserves Ruling in Cardinal's Sexual Abuse Case, in BBC News (March 12, 2020)
- George Pell Appeal: Prosecution Shifts Ground on Vital Minutes; Pell Lawyers Say Appeals Court Adopted ‘piecemeal Approach’, in The Australian (March 12, 2020)
- Wa Bishop Christopher Saunders Steps down over ‘serious Sex Abuse Allegations’, by Victoria Laurie, The Australian (March 11, 2020)
- Poll Shows Pope’s Country Doesn’t Know What the Church Does, Doesn’t Go to Mass, by Ines San Martin, Crux (March 12, 2020)
- Australian Court Defers Sex Offence Appeal by Ex-vatican Treasurer Pell, by Sonali Paul, Reuters (March 12, 2020)
- Judges Reserve Decision on Pell Leave to Appeal, by Mark Bowling, The Tablet (March 12, 2020)
- Hearing Focuses on Cardinal Pell's Movements after Mass, by Shannon Deery, Herald-Sun via CathNews (March 12, 2020)
- George Pell's Appeal "Glosses over" Evidence That Supports Conviction, DPP Says, by Luke Henriques-Gomes, The Guardian (February 2, 2020)
- Timeline of Cardinal George Pell’s Career and Accusations, by Rod McGuirk, Associated Press (March 10, 2020)
- Australian Highest Court to Rule on Cardinal’s Appeal Later, by Rod McGuirk, Associated Press (March 12, 2020)
- Pell Round Two: the Prosecution Says the Verdict Should Stand, by John Sandeman, Eternity News (blog) (March 12, 2020)
- Judge Oks $34m Sex Abuse Settlement with New Ulm Diocese, in Associated Press (March 10, 2020)
- Msgr. Lynn on Trial Again for Covering up Clergy Sexual Abuse, by Aaron Moselle, WHYY radio (NPR affiliate) (March 12, 2020)
- George Pell: High Court Reserves Decision on Granting Special Leave for an Appeal, by Melissa Davey, The Guardian (March 12, 2020)
- Archdiocese Moved Assets before Bankruptcy Filing, in Associated Press (March 12, 2020)

March 13

- Sbu to Consider Renaming Building after Claim of Sexual Abuse, by Sean Mickey, Bona Venture (March 12, 2020)
- House Passes Bill Allowing More Child Abuse Survivors to File Charges, by Sarah Kallis, Atlanta Journal-Constitution (March 13, 2020)
- What the Utah State Legislature Did to Your Life This Year, by Ben Winslow, Fox 13 News (March 13, 2020)
- Mother of Victim Testifies in Jury Trial of Pewaukee Priest Accused of Sexually Assaulting Girl, by Christina Van Zelst, Fox 6 News (March 12, 2020)
- Longtime Buffalo High School Principal Accused of Molesting Child, by Mike McAndrew, Buffalo News (March 12, 2020)
- 5 Lessons Pope Francis Has Taught with His Actions More Than His Words, by Marcus Mescher, America Magazine (March 10, 2020)
- Settlement between New Ulm Diocese, Victims Approved, in Redwood Falls Gazette (March 12, 2020)
- Top Anti-abuse Expert Says ‘paternalistic’ Attitude Is Worse Than Clericalism, by Elise Ann Allen, Crux (March 13, 2020)
- West Virginia Bishop Requires New Protocols for Anti-sexual Abuse Program, by Colleen Rowan, Catholic News Service via America magazine (March 11, 2020)
- Madison Diocese Determines 2nd Credible Sex Abuse Allegation against Former Priest, in WKOW (March 13, 2020)
- Sex Abuse Priest Dies in Custody, in BBC News (March 12, 2020)
- Walking with ‘suffering Christ’ Means Standing with Victims, Says Priest, in CNS (March 12, 2020)
- The Catholic Church Pays “fixers” to Cover up Sexual Abuse – Now They’re Speaking out, by Mick S. Grewal Sr., Legal Examiner (March 12, 2020)
- Danbury Clergy Sexual Abuse Case to Resume Later This Month, by Kendra Baker, Register Citizen (March 13, 2020)
- Bankruptcy Judge Approves New Ulm Diocese's Clergy Sex Abuse Settlement, by Joe Ruff, Catholic News Service (March 12, 2020)

March 14

- Madison Diocese Announces 2nd Credible Sexual Abuse Allegation against Former Priest Patrick Doherty, by Emily Hamer, Wisconsin State Journal (March 14, 2020)
- Trustee in Buffalo Diocese Bankruptcy Appoints 7 Abuse Victims to Creditors Committee, by Jay Tokasz, Buffalo News (March 13, 2020)
- Danbury Clergy Sexual Abuse Case to Resume Later This Month, by Kendra Baker, Register Citizen (March 13, 2020)
- Child Sex Abuse Victim Says Anglican Church Fobbed Her Off, Then Offered Payout in Exchange for Silence, by Josh Robertson, Australian Broadcasting Corporation (March 10, 2020)
- Retired Wyoming Bishop Could Soon Be Criminally Charged for Child Abuse, by Christopher White, Crux (March 14, 2020)
- Shaw: Abuse victims should be able to take civil action, by Jim Shaw, DickinsPress (March 14, 2020)
- Victims irritated by bishops’ secrecy, in Catholic News Service (March 14, 2020)
- Police's sex abuse investigation into retired Cheyenne bishop finishes, by Seth Klamann, Casper StarTribune (March 10, 2020)
- Plaintiff seeks record $2.4 million in damages in sex-assault case involving former Kamloops priest, by Keith Fraser, Vancouver Sun via Kamloops this Week (March 13, 2020)

March 15

- US Hispanic Catholics are future, but priest numbers dismal, by David Crary, Associated Press (March 13, 2020)
- Former Priest Returns To Michigan To Face Additional Sex Abuse Charges, in WWJ News (March 14, 2020)
- A powerful moment has turned ugly, by Annabel Quinn, Catholic Register (March 15, 2020)
- The High Court decision on the fate of convicted cardinal George Pell may be delivered as early as next week., by Rick Morton, Saturday Paper (March 15, 2020)
- Former Hyde Park pastor arrested in 2001 incident, accused of 2005 sexual assault, by Ariel Gilreath, Poughkeepsie Journal (March 14, 2020)
- Will attorneys general go after abuse & cover-up in other churches?, on The adamhorowitzlaw.com (law firm blog) (March 15, 2020)
- Missouri Pastor Indicted for Sex Abuse Then Worked at Church for 5 More Months, on The forsuchatimeasthisrally.com (blog) (March 13, 2020)
- In church abuse crisis, some call for 'restorative justice', by Peter Smoth, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (March 15, 2020)
- 'Those told of abuse must report it,' says Workington MP, by Phil Coleman, News & Star (March 15, 2020)
- Victims expect more dioceses to declare bankruptcy, by John Finnerty, Tribune-Democrat (March 15, 2020)

March 16

- Cruel legacy for abuse victims whose church hid the guilty, by Phil Coleman, News & Star withCumberland News (March 15, 2020)
- Bill advances that aims to deliver justice for adults abused as children, by Ross Williams, Georgia Recorder (March 16, 2020)
- Newcastle Herald editorial: It's time to challenge the Catholic Church over whether it's really changed, in Newcastle Herald (March 16, 2020)
- Smyllum: Abuse survivor’s questions for scandal-hit charity as he pleads for chance to say final goodbye to loved one, by Gordon Blackstock, Sunday Post (March 15, 2020)
- Disgraced priest disputes law firm's report, seeks certain rights from OKC Archdiocese, by Carla Hinton And Randy Ellis, Oklahoman (March 16, 2020)
- Cardinal Pell's lawyers move quickly to file documents, in The CathNews (March 15, 2020)
- University regrets not telling victim to go to police, in Associated Press (March 15, 2020)
- 5-year sentence for French priest who abused boy scouts, by Nicolas Vaux-Montagny, Associated Press (March 16, 2020)
- Monsignor in landmark church abuse case goes back on trial, by Maryclaire Dale, Associated Press (March 16, 2020)
- Former priest arraigned in Ontonagon County on new CSC charges, in WLUC/TV6 News Team (March 11, 2020)
- Former U.P. priest charged with more sexual assaults, in Daily Press (March 12, 2020)
- New Orleans priest's abuse complaints started coming in 1988, led to 4 settlements: church lawyer, by Ramon Antonio Vargas, nola.com (March 11, 2020)
- Archdiocese paid settlements for priest accused of sex, would not answer questions about bankruptcy, report says, in The WVUE (March 11, 2020)
- Judge orders Buffalo Diocese to release secret files of 2 ‘notorious’ priests, by Charlie Specht, WKBW (March 11, 2020)
- Sleeping woman sexually assaulted, court hears, by Ann Healy, Connacht/CityTribune (March 11, 2020)
- Farewell to a familiar news story angle? Argentina shows that pope's policy clout is fading, by Clemente Lisi, Get Religion (March 12, 2020)
- My conversations with Jean Vanier raised many questions. I have no answers., by John J. Conley, America Magazine (March 13, 2020)
- Advocate struggles to reconstruct 5 to 6 minutes in life of G. Pell, by Chris Friel, China News (March 16, 2020)
- Bishop Franco Mulakkal’s discharge plea dismissed by trial court, in Tribune India (March 16, 2020)
- French priest gets 5-yr jail term for sex assault of boy scouts, in The AFP (March 16, 2020)
- Rape accused Bishop Franco has to face trial, in The IANS (March 16, 2020)
- Court dismisses discharge petition filed by Bishop Franco in rape case, in Express News Service (March 16, 2020)

March 17

- Ex-priest in France Is Convicted of Abusing Dozens of Scouts, by Aurelien Breeden, New York Times (March 16, 2020)
- Former Priest Living in Asbury Park Charged in Virginia Sex Case with Minor, by Joshua Chung, Asbury Park Press (March 16, 2020)
- Coronavirus Pandemic Postpones Catholic Priest Trial to June, by Nicole Hensley, Houston Chronicle via Pressfrom.info (March 17, 2020)
- Prosecutors File Notice of Appeal of Ruling in Abuse Case, in Associated Press (March 16, 2020)
- Former Priest in Northern Virginia Charged with Sexual Abuse, by Alonzo Small, WRIC-TV (March 16, 2020)
- Former Fresno State Athletics Director Jim Bartko Dies during Surgery at Age 54, by Robert Kuwada, Fresno Bee (March 16, 2020)
- Reporting System to Records Complaints against Bishops Begins, by Dennis Sadowski, Catholic News Service via Boston Pilot (March 16, 2020)
- D.C. Council Member David Grosso Alleges He Was Sexually Assaulted by Va. Clergyman, by Tom Jackman, Washington Post (March 17, 2020)
- You'll Need a Strong Stomach to Digest Revelation's Insights into Child Sexual Abuse in the Catholic Church, by Brigid Delaney, The Guardian (March 17, 2020)
- 7 Years Of The First Non-European Pope, by Sylvia Poggioli, National Public Radio (March 16, 2020)
- End safeguarding self-regulation, IICSA urged, by Ruth Gledhill, Tablet (March 17, 2020)
- Madison Catholic Church Confirms 2nd Sexual Abuse Allegation Against Priest, in State News (March 16, 2020)
- New Group Set Up To Deal With Church Workplace Abuse, in Vision Christian Radio (March 17, 2020)
- Reporting system to record abuse complaints against bishops begins, by Dennis Sadowski, Catholic News Service (March 16, 2020)
- Once McCarrick report issued, church urged to ‘make reparation, learn’, by Mark Zimmermann, CNS (March 17, 2020)
- DA’s office appeals tossed conviction of Pittsburgh-area priest accused of abuse, by Tom Davidson, TribLive (March 17, 2020)
- Summit held to address church’s ‘twin crises’ of abuse, leadership failure, by Mark Zimmermann, Catholic News Service (March 16, 2020)
- Former Purcellville Church Friar Indicted in 1985 Sexual Abuse Case, in The LoudounNow (March 16, 2020)
- Church of England accused of 'marking own homework' after Dean returns to work following safeguarding scandal, by Gabriella Swerling, Telegraph (March 16, 2020)
- Prosecutors appeal dismissal of Pittsburgh priest's conviction for sex abuse, by Jd Flynn, CNA (March 17, 2020)
- Diocese of Allentown to implement new abuse reporting service, in The 69 News (March 17, 2020)
- Former Priest Gary Jacobs Returns to Michigan, Arraigned on Additional CSC Charges, in White Lake Beacon (March 16, 2020)
- France's Worst Case of Clergy Abuse Is Over, in Newser Editors and Wire Services (March 17, 2020)

March 18

- Erie, Other Dioceses Unveil System to Report Bishops, in Erie Times-News (March 17, 2020)
- Catholic Diocese of Arlington Responds to Announcement That Former Capuchin Priest Is Charged with Abuse, in Catholic Herald (March 17, 2020)
- Remembering Mart Crowley, by Brian Bromberger, Bay Area Reporter (March 17, 2020)
- Letter to the Editor: Where Does the Church Go from Here?, in Pittsburgh Gazette (March 18, 2020)
- Former Priest from Asbury Park Charged with Sex with Minor, by Tom Davis, Patch.com (March 18, 2020)
- Oregon Ducks Administrator Jim Bartko Beat His Demons to the Finish Line, by John Canzano, Herald and News (March 18, 2020)
- Diocese Says Abuse Victims Can See Secret Priest Files, but Blocks Access, by Jay Tokasz, Buffalo News (March 17, 2020)
- More on Forgiveness and Clergy Abuse Situation: Kaya Oakes on Need for New Understandings, by William D. Lindsey, Bilgrimage (blog) (March 5, 2020)
- New Poll Shows Catholics Have More Favorable Opinion of Church Than Last Year, by Christopher White, Crux (March 18, 2020)
- ‘learn. Protect Your Children from Clergy.’ the Abc’s Revelation Reveals a Tragic Story, by John Sandeman, Eternity News (March 18, 2020)
- Service to Report Sex Abuse of US Catholic Bishops Goes Live in Midst of Coronavirus Pandemic, by Paul Smeaton, LifeSite News (March 17, 2020)
- DC Council member David Grosso confirms he was sexually abused by Catholic priest as a child, by Tom Jackman, Independent (March 18, 2020)
- ‘Spotlight’ Attorney Faces Defamation Charges, by Christopher White, Tablet (March 18, 2020)
- Former St. Ambrose priest accused of sexual misconduct in early 1990s, by O. Kay Henderson, Radio Iowa (March 18, 2020)
- The trial for a Pewaukee priest accused of sexually assaulting a teen parishioner ends in mistrial, by Steven Martinez, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (March 13, 2020)
- Judge grants defense’s motion for mistrial in City of Pewaukee priest case, by Nikki Brahm, GMToday.com (March 13, 2020)
- Catholic church attendees can now anonymously report abuse, by Claudia Contreras, NewsCenter1.tv (March 18, 2020)
- Editorial: Bishop who promised transparency should release personnel records, in Buffalo News (March 18, 2020)

March 19

- Boy Scout Sex Abuse Class Action Sidetracked by Bankruptcy, by Juliette Fairley, PacerMonitor.com (March 19, 2020)
- Former St. Albert Priest Accused of Sexual Misconduct Faces Diocese Investigation, by Tim Johnson, Nonpareilonline.com (March 19, 2020)
- Iowa Priest Suspended Amid Inquiry into Sex Misconduct Claim, by Ryan J. Foley, Associated Press (March 18, 2020)
- Davenport Priest Investigated for Sexual Misconduct, by Alma Gaul, Quad-City Times via The Gazette (March 18, 2020)
- Fight Covid-19 by Letting Prisoners Go? Let’s Be Careful!, in AdamHorowitzLaw.com (March 18, 2020)
- Former Priest-turned-bookstore Owner from Asbury Park Charged with Having Sex with Teen, by Jon Craig, Daily Voice (March 18, 2020)
- Analysis: What Could Happen Next for Cardinal Pell, by Ed Condon, Catholic News Agency via National Catholic Register (March 17, 2020)
- Justica De Araras Aceita Denuncia E Padre Respondera Por Atentado Violento Ao Pudor Contra 4 Vitimas, in G1 Sao Carlos e Araraquara (March 12, 2020)
- Sixth Person Accuses Former Santa Fe Mayor, Boys & Girls Club Official of Abuse, by Amanda Martinez, Santa Fe New Mexican (March 18, 2020)
- Editorial: a D.C. Council Member Discloses He Was the Victim of Sexual Abuse and Sets a Powerful Example, by Editorial Board, Washington Post (March 19, 2020)

March 20

- Theologian Says Clerical Sexual Abuse ‘always about Abuse of Power’, by Joke Heikens, Crux (March 20, 2020)
- Indian Women Wait for When Cardinal Gracias "Walks the Talk", by Astrid Lobo Gajiwala, National Catholic Reporter (March 20, 2020)
- Your Thoughts on Revelations of Abuse by Jean Vanier, in National Catholic Reporter (March 20, 2020)
- Catholic Priest Who Abused 30+ Kids Says He Should Retain Priesthood, by David Gee, FriendlyAtheist.Patheos.com (March 19, 2020)
- Diocese of Buffalo Cutting Jobs at Its Catholic Center, in WGRZ (March 19, 2020)
- Convicted Paedophile Vincent Ryan Confessed to a Priest — Then He Continued Abusing Children, by Sarah Ferguson, ABC (March 16, 2020)
- Retrial of US Catholic Official Delayed over Virus Concerns, in Associated Press (March 16, 2020)
- Former French Priest Convicted of Sexual Abuse of Minors, in CNA (March 18, 2020)
- Update: Iowa Priest Suspended Amid Inquiry into Sex Misconduct Claim, by Ryan J. Foley, Associated Press (March 18, 2020)
- Davenport Priest Investigated for Sexual Misconduct, by Alma Gaul, Southernminn.com (March 18, 2020)
- Diocese of Des Moines Investigating Priest Accused of Sexual Misconduct, by Philip Joens, Des Moines Register (March 18, 2020)
- Fight Covid-19 by Letting Prisoners Go? Let’s Be Careful!, in AdamHorowitzLaw.com (March 19, 2020)
- Chillan: Vaticano Quito Estado Clerical a Dos Curas Investigados Por Abuso De Menores, in Cooperativa.cl (March 16, 2020)
- Ex-abilene Church Worker Pleads Guilty to Child Sex Crime, Gets Probation, by Jamie Burch, KTXS-TV (March 20, 2020)

March 21

- Where's Mccarrick? Where's the Report?, by Kristine Christlieb, Church Militant (March 20, 2020)
- Tidbits of Encouraging News, in AdamHorowitzLaw.com (March 18, 2020)
- BACK to Blogging, Catholic Priest Disobeys Order in Crisis, by Kerri O'Brien, Channel 8 (ABC-TV affiliate) (March 20, 2020)
- Kerri Judd Redaction Adds to Difficulties Following Pell Legal Process, by Chris Friel, BrisbaneNews.net (March 18, 2020)
- Message to Priests Regarding Fr. Peter Karalus, in Catholic Diocese of Buffalo (March 21, 2020)
- Diocese of Buffalo puts priest on leave over 2011 allegation, on The WGRZ-TV (March 21, 2020)
- Buffalo Diocese #2 administrator suspended for sex misconduct allegation, by Charlie Specht, WKBW-TV (March 21, 2020)
- High-ranking Buffalo Diocese priest accused of misconduct, by Dan Herbeck, Buffalo News (March 21, 2020)

March 22

- Child protection pioneer McChesney to receive Notre Dame’s Laetare Medal, by Christopher White, Crux (March 22, 2020)
- Sexual harassment victim wins landmark apology from Anglican Church, by Kirsty Johnston, New Zealand Herald (March 22, 2020)
- Letter to the editor: New trial for accused priest heartbreaking, in The Tribune-Review (March 22, 2020)
- Retired Archbishop Daniel Pilarczyk is dead, led Cincinnati Catholics for quarter-century, by Dan Horn, Cincinnati.com (March 22, 2020)
- Anne Hailes: New book a disturbing examination of modern Irish Catholic Church, by Anne Hailes, Irish News (March 23, 2020)
- Abuse plaintiff calls committee's work 'awesome responsibility' to uncover truth, by Jay Tokasz, Buffalo News (March 22, 2020)

March 23

- MY WORD: My case against Father Mark White's blog, by Bishop Barry C. Knestout, Martinsville Bulletin (March 21, 2020)
- Letter to the Editor: Fred Lutz's sexual abuse made worse by diocese withholding information, in Springfield News-Leader (March 21, 2020)
- High-ranking WNY priest put on administrative leave following sexual misconduct allegation, on The WIVB-TV (March 21, 2020)
- Sinead O’Connor is still in one piece, by Geoff Edgers, WashingtPost via Portland Press-Herald (March 22, 2020)
- Notre Dame's Laetare Medal to be awarded to expert on Catholic sex abuse crisis, in South Bend Tribune (March 22, 2020)
- Archbishop Emeritus Daniel Pilarczyk has passed away, in The WCPO (March 22, 2020)
- Pastor John Ortberg allowed volunteer who was attracted to minors to work with children, by Bob Smietana, ReligiNews Service (February 03, 2020)
- Is the Volunteer at John Ortberg’s Menlo Church a NOMAP (Non-Offending Minor Attracted Person) and What Does This Mean in the Long Run?, in The Wartburg Watch (blog) (March 09, 2020)
- A welcome, long-overdue, smart step by a bishop, on The AdamHorowitzLaw.com (law firm blog) (March 20, 2020)
- Court-appointed official says Vatican failing on accountability in Nienstedt case, by Christopher White, Crux (March 23, 2020)
- Daniel Pilarczyk | 1934-2020: Former Cincinnati archbishop led southwest Ohio Catholics for 27 years, by Dan Horn, Cincinnati Enquirer (March 23, 2020)
- Davenport priest suspended amid inquiry into sex misconduct claim, in Associated Press (March 20, 2020)
- Former Gainesville priest accused of sexual abuse, by Patricia Matamoros, WCJB (March 23, 2020)
- Convicted paedophile Bernard McGrath abused dozens of children. The Catholic Church failed to report his offending, by Sarah Ferguson, ABC (March 23, 2020)
- Danbury clergy sexual abuse case continued to April, by Kendra Baker, News Times (March 23, 2020)
- New Program to Report Sexual Misconduct Involving U.S. Bishops Launched, in Norwich Diocese (March 23, 2020)
- Kathleen McChesney, director of USCCB Office of Child and Youth Protection, to receive University of Notre Dame Laetare Medal, by Carol Zimmermann, Catholic News Service (March 23, 2020)

March 24

- To Heal the Church from the Sex Abuse Crisis, We Need Apologies, Not Just Policies, by Colleen Duggan, America Magazine (March 23, 2020)
- Diocese Finds 1976 Sexual Abuse Allegations against Former St. Augustine Priest ‘credible’, by Matt Bruce, St. Augustine Record (March 23, 2020)
- Post-reformation Theology of the Priesthood Influenced Abuse Crisis, Author Says, by Charles C. Camosy, Crux (March 24, 2020)
- Martinsville Priest Father Mark White Defies Bishop's Orders to Stop Blogging, by Bill Wyatt, Martinsville Bulletin (March 19, 2020)
- Priest Chaplain at Sisters of Loretto Motherhouse Had Abuse Record, by Sarah Salvadore, National Catholic Reporter (March 24, 2020)
- Priest on PBS special offers frank accounting of past, hope for future, by Mark Pattison, Catholic News Service via Catholic Courier - Diocese of Rochester (March 24, 2020)
- Vatican says general absolution may be permissible during pandemic, by Cindy Wooden, Catholic Herald (March 20, 2020)
- 'Just another Indian': Surviving Canada's residential schools, by Brandi Morin, Al Jazeera (March 24, 2020)

March 25

- Letters for March 22: Abusive Priest and Covid-19, by Robert Ballay, News-Leader (March 22, 2020)
- Priest Is Flying around the Diocese; Previously Accused of Sex Advance on Seminarian, in Horowitz Law Blog (March 23, 2020)
- Church on Fire: What Must Be Done?, in Buffalo Rising (March 4, 2020)
- On Forgiveness, Clergy Abuse, and the Need for New Understandings, by Kaya Oakes, The Revealer (March 2, 2020)
- Catholic Priest from the Fens Steps down Following Historic Child Sex Abuse Claims, in Cambs Times (March 25, 2020)
- Priest Accused of Sexual Assault, by Frank Wilkes Lesnefsky, Citizens Voice (March 25, 2020)
- Request to Vatican to Investigate Archbishop Nienstedt in Limbo, by Jean Hopfensperger, Star Tribune (March 24, 2020)

March 26

- Funeral Mass Today for Former Cincinnati Archbishop, in Dayton Daily News (March 26, 2020)
- Trinity College Former Principal "Stunned" by Alleged Sex Assault of Student on Rugby Tour, by Rebecca Turner, ABC (March 25, 2020)
- Church Suspends Payments to Victims in Wake of Virus, by Melissa Klaric, The Herald (March 26, 2020)
- Archdiocese, New Haven Private School Settle Sex Abuse Lawsuit, by Daniel Tepfer, New Haven Register (March 24, 2020)
- Way Stations for a Pilgrim Church, by Susan Bigelow Reynolds, Commonweal (March 26, 2020)

March 27

- Humboldt Priest One of Pair Removed from Service by Diocese, by Susan McNeill, Melfort Journal (March 26, 2020)
- With Masses Suspended, Parishes Face Collection Shortfalls and Perilous Finances, by Michael J. O’Loughlin, America Magazine (March 20, 2020)
- Chicago Archdiocese Builds Site for Parish Donations, Emergency Fund, by Michelle Martin, Catholic News Service via CatholicPhilly.com (March 25, 2020)
- Erie Diocese Suspends Victim Payments Due to Covid-19, by Ed Palattella, Erie Times-News (March 24, 2020)
- New Claims of Child Sexual Abuse by Cardinal George Pell Exposed in ABC Tv’s Revelation, in ABC via BlackBox (March 27, 2020)
- Diocese Suspends Abuse Victims" Compensation Program, Citing "Economic Turmoil", by Tom Gjelten, NPR (March 26, 2020)
- OUR Lenten Journey, March 26: St. Mary of the Cross, by Virginia Durkin O'Shea, The Dialog (March 26, 2020)
- Opinion: Will the Supreme Court Protect ‘ministers’ from Their Church?, by Linda Greenhouse, New York Times (March 26, 2020)
- We Must Rise above Our ‘catholic Bubble’, by James Borkowski, The B.C. Catholic (March 26, 2020)

March 28

- As Pandemic Halts Child Victims Act Filings, Lawmakers Rally for Extension, by Cayla Harris, Albany Times-Union (March 24, 2020)
- Experts Fear Child Abuse Will Increase with Coronavirus Isolation, by Sakshi Venkatraman, NBC News (March 27, 2020)
- How the Coronavirus May Reshape Pope Francis’ To-do List, by John L. Allen, Angelus (March 23, 2020)
- Scottish Abuse Inquiry Appeals for Victims to Continue to Contact Them, by Devan C. Tasa, Humboldt Journal (March 27, 2020)
- Two Priests Removed from Ministry after Investigations into "Serious Misconduct", by Matt Olson, Star Phoenix (March 27, 2020)
- Vatican Statistics Show Decline in Number of Consecrated Men, Women between 2013-2018, by Junno Arocho Esteves, Catholic News Service via Crux (March 26, 2020)
- I Have a Few Issues with the Bishop's Letter, by Father Mark White, Martinsville Bulletin (March 27, 2020)
- Scottish Abuse Inquiry Appeals for Victims to Continue to Contact Them, by Madoc Cairns, The Tablet (March 27, 2020)

March 29

- Child abuse inquiry chairwoman urges witnesses to keep coming forward, in Evening Express (March 26, 2020)
- Coronavirus in Scotland: Pandemic will not get in the way of child abuse inquiry, in The Herald (March 27, 2020)
- Clerical sex abuse victims mulling next legal steps after appeal is dismissed, by Ivan Martin, Times of Malta (March 29, 2020)
- UM blasted for hiring firm to investigate doctor scandal without waiving privilege, by Kim Kozlowski, Detroit News (March 28, 2020)
- 'Blue wall of silence': When the sexual assault suspect is a police officer, by Briana Bierschbach, Star Tribune (March 28, 2020)
- Court reinstates child rape charges against former Milton Academy teacher, by Joe Difazio, Patriot Ledger (March 26, 2020)
- Governor signs law giving assault victims more time to seek justice, by Lacey Watt, Daily News (March 25, 2020)
- Statute of Limitations for Filing a Sexual Assault Claim in Michigan, in Legal Examiner - Law Firm Blog (March 27, 2020)
- SNAP Calls on Diocese of Richmond to Extend Deadline to Register for Compensation Program in Light of Coronavirus, by Becky Ianni, Zach Hiner, Survivors Network of Those Abused by Priests (March 26, 2020)
- Compensation scheme for abuse survivors ‘must be launched’ despite lockdown, by Rebecca Black, Belfast Telegraph (March 26, 2020)
- Time and timing are crucial to Cardinal Pell's appeal, by Peter Westmore, News Weekly - National Civic Council (March 28, 2020)
- Highland woman alleges youth pastor at First Baptist Church of Hammond raped her in 1970s: ‘He knew exactly what he was doing’, by Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune (March 27, 2020)

March 30

- St Joseph Home sex abuse victims lose appeal for damages from Church, by Matthew Agius, MaltaToday.com (March 29, 2020)
- Are Insurers Collaterally Damaged by New State ‘Child Victims Acts’?, by Michael L. Zigelman And Rita Y. Wang, Bloomberg Law (March 30, 2020)
- Third-party hotline for reporting on Catholic bishops is launched, in The Oklahoman (March 28, 2020)
- A case of the man who knew too much | The Pell saga [Op-Ed], by Chris Friel, BigNewsNetwork.com (March 30, 2020)
- Priest steps down at Laflin parish amid abuse allegations, by Kevin Carroll, Wilkes Barre Times Leader (March 29, 2020)
- Missouri Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline sees 50 percent drop in calls, by Elizabeth Orosco, Northeast News (March 30, 2020)
- Redress a 'jail-free card' for churches, by Heather Mcnab, AAP (March 30, 2020)
- Child abuse concerns rise as school closures mean fewer eyes on kids, by Stacey Shepard, Bakersfield Californian (March 30, 2020)

March 31

- The 29 Best True Crime Documentaries You Need to Watch after Netflix’s ‘tiger King’, in Internewscast.com (March 31, 2020)
- ‘the Keepers’: All the Best True Crime on Netflix to Watch Next, in Film Daily (March 30, 2020)
- Archbishop Fulton Sheen's Niece Speaks, in Carmel Communications (March 24, 2020)
- What Does Covid-19 Mean for Southern Baptist Abuse Reforms?, by Robert Downen, Houston Chronicle (March 30, 2020)
- Many Sexual Abuse Stories in the News Leaving US All Shaking Our Heads, in AdamHorowitzLaw.com (March 30, 2020)
- Famed Jesuit priest abused boy 1,000 times around the world: lawsuit, by Donna Miller, Gruntstuff (March 31, 2020)
- With Conferences Canceled, UMC Split and SBC Votes Wait for Next Year, by Megan Fowler And Kate Shellnutt, Christianity Today (March 30, 2020)
- Compensation scheme for survivors of historical abuse opens for applications, by Rebecca Black, Belfast Telegraph (March 31, 2020)
- Religious reform school closes after former students allege abuse & neglect, by Carli Luca, WNDU (March 30, 2020)
- Priest Accused of Sexually Abusing Minor to Resume Duties, in The Associated Press (March 31, 2020)
- Dioceses Announce Staff Cuts, but Federal Aid Could Help, by Matt Hadro, CNA (March 31, 2020)
- Pastor cleared of sexual abuse charge, returns to church, by Paul Tennant, Eagle Tribune (March 31, 2020)
- Perhaps the craziest claim by anti-SOL zealots, in The AdamHorowitzLaw.com (law firm blog) (March 31, 2020)

April 1

- Archdiocese of Boston Returns Rev. Peter Gori, Osa., to Active Ministry, in Archdiocese of Boston (March 30, 2020)
- Survivors Refute Scicluna’s Statement That “silence and Cover-ups” in the Church Are Now “a Thing of the Past”., in Ending Clergy Abuse (March 2, 2020)
- Allentown Diocese Failed to Protect Victim from Decades of Abuse, New Jersey Lawsuit Claims, by Peter Hall, Morning Call (March 31, 2020)
- Arkansas Baptists seek dismissal of sexual abuse lawsuit, by Diana Chandler, BP (March 31, 2020)
- OPINION: "Revelation" reveals cover-up and denial by pedophile priests, by Chrissie Foster, Eternity News (April 1, 2020)
- Annual Report from the Archdiocese of Washington's Child Protection Advisory Board for July 1, 2018 through June 30, 2019, in Catholic Standard (April 1, 2020)
- COMMENTARY: How Do Falsely Accused Priests Get Their Reputations Back?, by Bill Donohue, CNSNews (April 1, 2020)
- Two new accusers say George Pell abused them when they were boys in the 1970s, by Sarah Ferguson, ABC (April 1, 2020)
- In ''Broken Faith'' Reporters Uncover Decades Of Abuse At Spindale Church, by Katy Barron & Anita Rao, WUNC (April 1, 2020)
- We Help Child Sex Abuse Survivors Break Their Silence When We Show Them Support, by Ashley Garling, Ms. Magazine (April 1, 2020)
- Archbishop Gregory to celebrate live streamed Mass April 3 for National Child Abuse Prevention Month, by Richard Szczepanowski, Catholic Standard (April 1, 2020)
- Polish Catholic Church liable for sex abuse compensation claims, by Derek Scally, Irish Times (April 1, 2020)

April 2

- Sn Oddalil Skargi Towarzystwa Chrystusowego. Precedensowy Wyrok Ws. Ofiary Ksiedza Pedofila Utrzymany, in Gazeta.pl (March 31, 2020)
- Hearing on Priest Delayed, by Garrett Neese, Mining Gazette (April 1, 2020)
- Australia’s Highest Court to Rule on Pell’s Appeal Next Week, by Rod McGurk, Associated Press (April 2, 2020)
- High Court to Rule on Pell’s Final Freedom Bid, by John Ferguson, The Australian (April 2, 2020)
- New Accusations against Most Senior Catholic Official to Be Convicted of Child Sex Abuse, by Giovanni Torre, The Telegraph (April 2, 2020)
- Catholic Bishops" Forum Finds 16 Cases of Child Sexual Abuse in Japan, in Kyodo News (April 2, 2020)
- The New York Child Victims Act, by Teri Hatcher and Tom Andriola, NY Daily News (April 2, 2020)
- Pell High Court Decision Due Next Week, by Karen Sweeney, AAP (April 1, 2020)
- George Pell Decision to Be Handed down Next Week, in The Courier (April 2, 2020)
- SNAP Says ‘thank You’ to Journalist Bob Allen, in SNAP Network (March 30, 2020)
- Women Are Using Code Words at Pharmacies to Escape Domestic Violence during Lockdown, by Ivana Kottasova and Valentina Di Donato, CNN (April 2, 2020)
- High Court Decision on Pell Appeal Due Next Week, in RNZ (April 2, 2020)
- Disgraced Cardinal Pell Gets New Day in Court, in Agence France-Presse (April 2, 2020)

April 3

- Second Augustinian Priest Cleared of Abuse Claim, by Paul Tennant, Lawrence Eagle Tribune (April 2, 2020)
- "inside the Vatican" Premieres on Pbs April 28, in Broadcasting+Cable (April 2, 2020)
- Australian High Court to Issue Cardinal Pell Decision Next Week, in Catholic News Agency via National Catholic Register (April 2, 2020)
- Call an Abuse Survivor Today or Someone in a Tough Relationship, in AdamHorowitzLaw.com (March 30, 2020)
- Own Goal Part Two: 24 Catholic Seminarians Punished for Kickabout Despite Mco, by Imran Hilmy, The Star (April 2, 2020)
- Despite Coronavirus Risks, Some Texas Religious Groups Are Worshipping in Person — with the Governor's Blessing, by Kiah Collier, Perla Trevizo and Vianna Davila, Texas Tribune and ProPublica (April 2, 2020)
- Democrats Support Pope Francis More Than Republicans, New Poll Finds, by Christopher White, Crux (April 3, 2020)
- Archbishop Gregory Calls Abuse a "Spiritual Felony" during Mass for National Child Abuse Prevention Month, by Richard Szczepanowski, US & WORLD (April 3, 2020)
- Harrisburg Diocese Bankruptcy Case Granted a Stay until June, in CBS21 News (April 2, 2020)
- Three-quarters of U.S. Catholics View Pope Francis Favorably, Though Partisan Differences Persist, by Justin Nortey and Claire Gecewicz, Pew Research Center (April 3, 2020)

April 4

- Iglesia Catolica Suspende 19 Sacerdotes Por Presuntos Actos De Abuso Sexual, by Juan Pablo Barrientos, Caracol Radio (April 3, 2020)
- LA Iglesia Catolica De Colombia Suspende a 19 Sacerdotes Por Abuso Sexual, by Catalina Oquendo, El Pais (April 3, 2020)
- From Victims to Victimizers: the Chains of Sexual Abuse in the Legionaries of Christ | Society, by Carlos Christian, Union Journal (Aril 4, 2020)
- Time and Timing Crucial to Cardinal Pell Appeal, by Peter Westmore, Catholic Weekly (April 4, 2020)
- Catholic Priests Suspended in Colombia over Abuse Claim, in Agence France Presse via OutlookIndia.com (April 4, 2020)

April 5

- Pell decision to come in unusual times, by Karen Sweeney, Australian Associated Press viaWest Australian (April 5, 2020)
- National media outlets seek to unseal files from 2015 Tom Benson mental competency lawsuit, by Ramon Antonio Vargas, NOLA.com (April 03, 2020)
- Prisons’ Passion: Via Crucis meditations reflect on aftermath of crime, by Junno Arocho Esteves, Catholic News Service via Catholic Virginian (April 04, 2020)
- Bishop Zubik holds on to hope amid shutdown, by Peter Smith, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (April 5, 2020)
- Coronavirus: I'm in lockdown with my abuser, by Megha Mohan, BC News (March 31, 2020)
- DA's office reveals evidence to be introduced in child sex trial, by Lynn Larowe, Texarkana Gazette (April 5, 2020)
- Titus Trust settles with ‘bash camp’ abuse victims, by Harriet Sherwood, Guardian (April 5, 2020)
- Justice checks suspected abuse in Catholic children's home, by Steffen Heinemann, Web24.news (April 5, 2020)
- Opinion: 'Get Pell' an unhealthy endorsement for Victorian Justice, regardless, by Chris Friel, CentralAsiaNews.net (April 5, 2020)

April 6

- Australia’s highest court to judge cardinal’s abuse appeal, by Rod Mcguirk, Associated Press via WashingtPost (April 6, 2020)
- Andover pastor cleared of sexual abuse charge, returns to church, by Paul Tennant, Andover Townsman (April 02, 2020)
- New safe space for child victims of crime in Scotland, in The BBC (April 05, 2020)
- George Pell’s bid for freedom: high court verdict to decide cardinal's future, by Melissa Davey, Guardian (April 6, 2020)
- What could the High Court decide on Pell?, by Karen Sweeney, Australian Associated Press via 7 News (April 05, 2020)
- George Pell High Court ruling on appeal against child sex abuse convictions to be handed down in a virtual vacuum, by Sarah Farnsworth And Elizabeth Byrne, ABC (April 6, 2020)
- Pell v The Queen, in High Court of Australia (April 07, 2020)

April 7

- Statement, by Cardinal George Pell, Archdiocese of Sydney (April 7, 2020)
- George Pell Freed after Australian Court Overturns Sex Abuse Conviction, by Livia Albeck-Ripka and Damien Cave, New York Times (April 7, 2020)
- High Court Takes the High Road on Question of Passion or Precedent, by John Silvester, The Age (April 7, 2020)
- Why Was George Pell's Appeal Successful When Our Justice System Values Jury Verdicts?, by Rick Sarre, ABC (April 7, 2020)
- George Pell Freed from Prison after High Court Quashes Child Sex Abuse Convictions, by Kate McKenna, Sarah Farnsworth, Staff and Wires, ABC (April 7, 2020)
- Colombian Archbishop Removes from Ministry 15 Priests Accused of Sexual Abuse, in Catholic News Agency (April 7, 2020)
- Press Release, in Archdiocese of Villavicencio (April 3, 2020)
- Pope Francis Decries "Unjust Sentences" after Cardinal George Pell Acquitted, by Harriet Sherwood, The Guardian (April 7, 2020)
- Vatican welcomes Pell verdict, affirms anti-abuse resolve as survivors protest, by Elise Ann Allen, Crux (April 7, 2020)
- George Pell's legal woes far from over: Cardinal will still have to face a surge of civil cases from alleged sexual abuse victims after being cleared of molesting two choirboys, by Nic White, Daily Mail Australia (April 7, 2020)
- Cardinal Pell welcomes court's dismissal of abuse conviction, by Rod Mcguirk, Associated Press (April 7, 2020)
- Sexual Assault Charges Dropped Against 95-Year-Old Retired Priest In La Crosse, in State News (April 7, 2020)
- Cardinal Pell’s Acquittal Was as Opaque as His Sexual Abuse Trial, by Damien Cave And Livia Albeck-Ripka, THE NEW YORK TIMES (April 7, 2020)
- Australia's High Court overturns sexual abuse convictions for George Pell, a former advisor to Pope Francis and Australia's most senior Catholic cleric, by Rosie Perper, Business Insider (April 06, 2020)
- JAPANESE BISHOPS RELEASE LONG-AWAITED ABUSE REPORT, by Paul Murano, ChurchMilitant (April 06, 2020)
- George Pell: church abuse victims shocked as cardinal walks free – video, in The Reuters (April 7, 2020)
- George Pell: Decision to free cardinal 'not a particular surprise', in BBC News (April 7, 2020)
- USTA Follows in Footsteps of US Gymnastics by Covering Up for a Serial Sexual Abuser, by Zach Hiner, SNAP Network (April 06, 2020)
- Cardinal George Pell freed from prison after High Court overturns sex abuse conviction, by Hilary Whiteman, CNN (April 7, 2020)

April 8

- Appeal Judges Are Reluctant to Overturn Jury Verdicts. So Why Did They Do It for George Pell?, by Rick Sarre, The Guardian (April 7, 2020)
- Catholic Leader Jailed for Sexual Abuse Freed by Australian High Court, in The World (April 7, 2020)
- How George Pell Won in the High Court on a Legal Technicality, by Ben Mathews, Mark Nicholas, and Bernard Thomas, The Conversation (April 6, 2020)
- This Is a Mighty Triumph for George Pell. Now Prepare for a Storm of Rage from the Cardinal's Supporters, by David Marr, The Guardian (April 7, 2020)
- George Pell : Man Who Accused Cardinal Says "Case Doesn't Define Me", in BBC (April 7, 2020)
- Pell's Conviction Is Quashed, by Anne Barrett Doyle, BishopAccountability.org (April 7, 2020)
- Survivors around the world dismayed by reversal of Cardinal Pell’s guilty verdict, by Tim Law, Peter Isely, Dr. Denise Buchanan, Ending Clergy Abuse (April 07, 2020)
- Australia’s Cardinal Pell has Conviction Overturned, SNAP responds, by Steven Spaner, Zach Hiner, Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests (April 06, 2020)
- Cardinal Pell accuser ‘accepts’ acquittal, in Agence France-Presse via Raw Story (April 8, 2020)
- 'I am OK': Pell's accuser breaks silence on ruling in poignant message, in The PressFrom (April 8, 2020)

April 9

- Attorney General Reviewing Court Ruling to Dismiss Megachurch Leader’s Abuse Case, by Leila Miller, Los Angeles Times (April 7, 2020)
- An Assistant to the Apostle of LA Luz Del Mundo Denounces Having Been Abused for 22 Years | Society, by Carlos Christian, Union Journal (April 8, 2020)
- Declaration on the Liberation of Cardinal G Pell, in International Association of Free Thought (April 8, 2020)
- Cardinal Pell Is a Free Man, by Bill Donohue, CNS News - Media Research Center (April 7, 2020)
- Cardinal Pell Remains a Polarizing Figure in Australia, Church, by Francis X. Rocca and Rachel Pannett, Wall Street Journal (April 7, 2020)
- Pell Ruling Prompts Mixed Reaction from Church Leaders, Victims" Groups, by Jesse Remedios, National Catholic Reporter (April 8, 2020)
- Pope Rails against "Unjust Sentences" As Cardinal Pell Freed, in Agence France Presse via Barrons (April 7, 2020)
- ‘u’ Contacts Former Student-athletes, Asks Them to Report Abuse by Late Doctor Anderson, by Claire Hao, Michigan Daily (April 7, 2020)
- Kc Diocese Adds Priest Who Died in 1950 to List of Those Credibly Accused of Sex Abuse, by Judy L. Thomas, Kansas City Star (April 6, 2020)
- Notice of Credible Allegation of Abuse, in Diocese of Kansas City-Saint Joseph (April 6, 2020)
- Man Who Accused Cardinal Says "Case Doesn't Define Me", in BBC News (April 8, 2020)
- Pope Rails against "Unjust Sentences" As Cardinal Pell Freed, in Agence France Presse (April 7, 2020)
- Pell Ruling Prompts Mixed Reaction from Church Leaders, Victims" Groups, by Jesse Remedios, National Catholic Reporter (April 8, 2020)
- Pell Faces Vatican Inquiry into Child Abuse Allegations, by Christopher Lamb, The Tablet (April 7, 2020)
- Case against Cardinal Pell ‘did Not Make Sense’, by Tessa Akerman and John Ferguson, The Australian (April 9, 2020)
- Cardinal Pell’s Acquittal Corrected Many Legal Errors, by Gerard V. Bradley, National Catholic Register (April 8, 2020)
- St Patrick's Cathedral Vandalised after George Pell's Release, by Jewel Topsfield, The Age (April 8, 2020)
- At a Servo on the Road to Sydney, Pell Says He's "Very Pleased" to Be Free, by Rachel Eddie, Chip Le Grand and Paul Sakkal, The Age (April 8, 2020)
- Cardinal's Acquittal Third in Six Months, by Karen Sweeney, AAP (April 7, 2020)
- The Enduring Lesson of the Persecution of Cardinal Pell, by Father Raymond J. de Souza, National Catholic Register (April 8, 2020)
- How the DPP Allowed a Sliding Door to Close on the Prosecution of Pell, by Chip Le Grand, Sydney Morning Herald (April 8, 2020)
- It Is Not Possible to Divorce George Pell's Acquittal from the Catholic Church's History of Child Abuse, by Francis Sullivan, The Guardian (April 8, 2020)
- Civil Claims Expected against Cardinal George Pell and Catholic Church Despite Acquittal, by Ben Smee, The Guardian (April 8, 2020)
- Court Drops Rape, Other Charges against Megachurch Leader, by Stefanie Dazio, Associated Press (April 8, 2020)

April 10

- NY Lawmakers Decline Child Victims Act Extension, in WGRZ (April 8, 2020)
- Child Victims Act Will Not Be Extended in NY, by Olivia Jaquith, WENY (April 9, 2020)
- New York Lawmakers Decline Chance to Extend ‘look-back Window’ in Child Victims Act, in New York Law Journal via Marsh Law Firm (April 7, 2020)
- Cardinal Pell's Acquittal Stirs Abuse Survivor Memories in Ballarat Hometown, by Sonali Paul and Jonathan Barrett, Reuters (April 10, 2020)

April 11

- Melbourne Cathedral Vandalized after Cardinal Pell Acquittal, in Catholic News Agency (April 8, 2020)
- ‘prayer Has Been the Great Source of Strength to Me’: Cardinal Pell Looks Forward to Easter, by Ed Condon, Catholic News Agency (April 7, 2020)
- How Do You Become, Formally, Not-a-catholic? You Take the Law into Your Own Hands, by Sebastian Tesoriero, The Guardian (April 10, 2020)
- Cardinal Pell Reflects on Mystery of Suffering in Easter Message after Release, in Catholic News Agency via Angelus (April 10, 2020)
- Hoylman, Rosenthal Ask Colleagues to Return to Session to Extend Child Victims Act, by Erin Hannan, Legislative Gazette (April 8, 2020)
- NEED to Prove Guilt beyond Reasonable Doubt Protects US All, by Breda O'Bren, Irish Times (April 10, 2020)
- There Are 12 Unmentioned Victims in the Pell Verdict: the Jurors, by Malcolm Knox, Sydney Morning Herald (April 8, 2020)
- Alleged Victim Claims He Was Sexually Abused by a Priest at St. Ann Church in Metairie in the 80s, by Kimberly Curth, Fox 8 WVUE (April 8, 2020)
- 11 Issues the State Legislature Could Still Take up This Year, by Julia Agos, City & State New York (April 10, 2020)

April 12

- Cardinal Pell: In defence of trial by jury, by Luke Gittos, Spiked (April 10, 2020)
- Why the Vatican might want to send a thank-you note to Australia’s High Court, by John L. Allen Jr., Crux (April 07, 2020)
- Why the ABC's reporting of the George Pell case wasn't a witch-hunt, by Craig Mcmurtrie, ABC (April 10, 2020)
- ABC backs its reporting on George Pell after Andrew Bolt accuses it of a witch-hunt, by Amanda Meade, Guardian (April 07, 2020)
- Montco lawyer, Cosby prosecutor, joins Philadelphia firm to represent sex abuse victims, by Carl Hessler Jr., Mercury (April 09, 2020)
- Pell verdict paves way for inquiry reports, by Megan Neil, Australian Associated Press via 7 News (April 07, 2020)
- Easter message: In the suffering, we find redemption, by Cardinal George Pell, Australian (April 11, 2020)
- Survivors 'in shock' after High Court quashes George Pell's sexual abuse convictions, by Jarni Blakkarly, SBS News (April 07, 2020)
- A test of faith for beleaguered priest who needs a liver transplant, by Scott Scanlon, Buffalo News (April 11, 2020)
- Pandemic, border crackdown hamper Catholics’ aid to migrants, by David Crary, Associated Press via Journal (April 10, 2020)
- Priest convicted of 1980s child rapes in Ipswich dies, by Julie Manganis, Salem News (April 08, 2020)
- Official: Saints emails on clergy crisis should stay secret, by Jim Mustian, Associated Press (April 09, 2020)

April 13

- Cardinal Pell speaks of 'scourge' of meths in prison, by Mark Bowling, Tablet (April 13, 2020)
- Delays Expected In Sex Abuse Lawsuits, by John Whittaker, Post-Journal (April 13, 2020)
- In Unprecedented Numbers, U.S. Bishops Named in Lawsuits and Why It Matters, by Betty Clermont, Open Tabernacle (blog) (April 07, 2020)
- West Virginia Sexual Abuse Survivors Now Have More Time to Seek Justice, by Joseph H. Saunders, Legal Examiner (law firm blog) (April 12, 2020)
- Utah Catholic Bishop Talks About ‘Beyond Wonderful’ Meeting With Pope Francis, by Carole Mikita, KSL TV (April 12, 2020)
- Sexual Abuse Survivors React to Cardinal Pell's Acquittal, by Zach Hiner, Ms. Magazine (April 10, 2020)
- ABC skirts public duty to fairly cover Pell, analyse Victorian justice system, in The Australian (April 13, 2020)
- What’s next for George Pell, by Rick Morton, Saturday Paper (April 13, 2020)
- Why George Pell walked free, in The Guardian (April 08, 2020)
- Child sex abuse in Pakistan’s religious schools is endemic, by Kathy Gannon, Associated Press (April 13, 2020)
- Guest Commentary: Stressful Times Can Increase Risks for Child Abuse, by Nancy Vincent, Falls Church News Press (April 13, 2020)
- NKY teen to be sentenced for rape, sexual abuse, in The FOX19 (April 13, 2020)
- CHURCH OF COWARDS, by Trey Brock, Church Militant (April 12, 2020)
- Official: NFL’s Saints emails on clergy crisis should stay secret, in The Associated Press (April 10, 2020)
- What you need to know about protecting children in your church, by Thom S. Rainer, Christian Post (April 13, 2020)
- 80-year-old Hearst priest accused of additional historical sex offenses, in The Daily Press (April 09, 2020)
- The day George Pell walked free, in The Guardian (April 08, 2020)

April 14

- Priest with Blog Critical of Church’s Abuse Handling Removed, in Associated Press (April 14, 2020)
- Bishop Makes Good on Threat to Remove Father Mark White As Priest in Martinsville, Rocky Mount, by Bill Wyatt, Martinsville (April 13, 2020)
- New Appointment for Pastor of St. Joseph in Martinsville and St. Francis of Assisi in Rocky Mount, in Diocese of Richmond (April 13, 2020)
- Diocesan Review Board Concludes Investigation of Rev. Msgr. Raymond A. Barton, Retired, in Diocese of Richmond (April 13, 2020)
- A Tale of Two Pope Francises, by Jamie Manson, National Catholic Reporter (April 14, 2020)
- Pell's Jail Diaries Detail "Petty Humiliations', Job As Roof Gardener, in Brisbane Times (April 14, 2020)
- Pell's Acquittal Ignites Media and Publishing Firestorm, by Andrew Hornery, Brisbane Times (April 11, 2020)
- Sky News Interview: George Pell ‘wouldn’t Be Entirely Surprised If Police Keep Trawling for Victims’, by Tessa Akerman and Steve Jackson, The Australian (April 14, 2020)
- Full Cardinal George Pell Interview with Andrew Bolt, in Sky News TV via YouTube (April 14, 2020)
- George Pell Faces Fresh Child Abuse Allegations from New Accuser Just Days after Cardinal's Convictions Were Quashed by the High Court and He Said He "Wouldn't Be Entirely Surprised" If Police Came after Him Again, by Charlie Coe and Zoe Zaczek, Daily Mail (April 13, 2020)
- A Different Kind of Catholic Church Scandal at a Winchester Parish, by Mariya Manzhos, BostMagazine (April 14, 2020)
- Catholic priest in Va. who criticized church’s handling of sex abuse scandal removed from post, in The Martinsville Bulletin/Associated Press (April 14, 2020)
- Australian cardinal links corruption to child abuse charges, by Rod Mcguirk, Associated Press (April 14, 2020)
- Police investigating George Pell over fresh child sexual abuse allegation – report, by Melissa Davey, Guardian (April 13, 2020)
- 2 lawsuits alleging sexual abuse filed against Diocese of Charlotte, on The WSOCTV.com News (April 14, 2020)
- The fight for justice for sexual abuse survivors must go on, by Victor Sande-Aneiros, Al Jazeera (April 13, 2020)
- Religions Harm People, by Leslie C. Griffin, Verdict Justia (April 14, 2020)
- For colleges, insurance against sexual misconduct is becoming harder to get, by Lorelei Laird, EducatiDive (April 13, 2020)
- Cardinal George Pell reportedly facing fresh criminal investigation, on The news.com.au (April 14, 2020)

April 15

- Father Mark White Responds to Removal: "I Don't Intend to Go Anywhere", by Bill Wyatt, Franklin News-Post (April 14, 2020)
- As NY Courts Go Virtual, Alleged Abuse Victims Still Unable to File, by H. Rose Schneider, Observer-Dispatch (April 14, 2020)
- No Son 19, Son 36 Los Sacerdotes Involucrados En Escandalo Sexual, in Caracol Radio (April 14, 2020)
- Two Sex Abuse Cases Filed against Charlotte Diocese, by Morgan Frances, Fox 46 TV (April 14, 2020)
- New Lawsuits Filed against Diocese of Charlotte with Assault Accusations, by Nate Morabito, WCNC-TV (April 14, 2020)
- Child Sex Abuse Civil Lawsuits Filed against Catholic Diocese of Charlotte, by Marvin Beach, WCCB-TV (April 14, 2020)
- Lawsuits Claim Charlotte Diocese Should Have Known Priests Were Child Sex Predators, by Bruce Henderson, Charlotte Observer (April 14, 2020)
- Victims Advocate on George Pell Claims of One-sided Justice System, in ABC Radio (April 15, 2020)
- Welcome, by Tim Lennon, Stand Up, Speak Up (blog) (April 1, 2020)
- Andrew Bolt and the Abc: Did the Reporting on George Pell Step over a Line?, by Margaret Simons, The Guardian (April 14, 2020)
- I Worked Hard for Survivors: Cardinal Pell, by Karen Sweeney, AAP via Canberra Times (April 15, 2020)
- Resignations Just Don’t Cut It Anymore, in AdamHorowitzLaw.com (April 12, 2020)
- Man Files Lawsuit Claiming He Was Sexually Abused As A Child By 3 Pittsburgh Catholic Priests, in The KDKA (April 15, 2020)
- In Pakistan, Muslim Clerics Habitually Rape Kids. Almost All Get Away With It., by Terry Firma, Patheos (April 15, 2020)
- Charlotte Diocese Faces 2 Suits Over Alleged Priest Abuse, in The Associated Press (April 15, 2020)
- Opinion: We must not accept any more self-serving bluster from the Catholic hierarchy, by Peter Gogarty, Liverpool City Champion (April 15, 2020)
- OUTSPOKEN PASTOR FIGHTS BACK, by Bradley Eli, M.div., Ma.th., ChurchMilitant (April 15, 2020)
- New PBS documentary goes behind the scenes of the Vatican, by Joseph Mcaleer, Catholic News Service (April 15, 2020)
- Two Men Sue Charlotte Diocese For Abuse By Priests Listed As Credibly Accused, by Sarah Delia, WFAE (April 14, 2020)
- Pell's guilty of many terrible crimes. That's why right wingers defend him, by Emma Norton, Redflag (April 14, 2020)
- Fr. Bart O’Leary Named in New Hawaii Child Sexual Abuse Case, Bishop Ferrario’s Legacy of Abuse Continues, by Jeff Anderson, Jeff Anders& Associates, Inc. (April 14, 2020)
- Opinion: The tortured road of the falsely accused, by Dr Wanda Skowronska, Catholic Weekly (April 14, 2020)

April 16

- Report: Sexual Abuse of Minors in Dioceses ‘just the Tip of Iceberg’, by Maki Okubo, Asahi Shimbun (April 16, 2020)
- Hundreds of Claims against Rochester-area Catholic Parishes Blocked, but at What Cost?, by Steve Orr, Rochester Democrat and Chronicle (April 16, 2020)
- George Pell Won’t Be Reinstated As Vice Patron, Says Richmond, by Remy Varga, The Australian (April 16, 2020)
- How Child Advocates Are Fighting Child Abuse during Covid-19 Pandemic, by Kathleen Jacob, Fox 17 TV (April 15, 2020)
- Sigue Escandalo Por Denuncias De Abuso Sexual a Menores Por Sacerdotes De Villavicencio, in El Pais (April 14, 2020)
- Que Revelo El Allanamiento De LA Fiscalia a LA Arquidiocesis De Villavicencio?, by Ferney Yesyd Rodriguez Vargas, Las2Orillas (April 15, 2020)
- Cardinal Pell Ties His Prosecution in Australia to Vatican Financial Corruption, by Thomas D. Williams, Breitbart (April 15, 2020)
- Man Sues Pittsburgh Diocese, Alleging Sexual Abuse by Priests Decades Ago, by Natasha Lindstrom, The Tribune-Review (April 16, 2020)
- Sex Abusers’ Paradise, by Rodney Pelletier, Church Militant (April 15, 2020)
- Virginia Priest Is Contesting Removal over Critical Blog, in Richmond Times-Dispatch (April 16, 2020)
- Michelle Good’s “five Little Indians” a Fictional Exploration of Life after Residential School, by Marcia Kaye, Toronto Star (April 16, 2020)
- Readers Speak Out: April 19, 2020, in Catholic Register (April 19, 2020)

April 17

- Catholic Dioceses of Rochester, Buffalo Sue Sba for Refusal of Pandemic Emergency Loans, by Gary Craig, Rochester Democrat and Chronicle (April 16, 2020)
- Pell Decision to Leave ‘trail of Devastation’ but Will Not Hinder Future Cases, by Naomi Neilson, Lawyers Weekly (April 16, 2020)
- Buffalo Diocese Legal Bill in Sex Abuse Scandal: $2 Million and Counting, by Phil Fairbanks, Buffalo News (April 16, 2020)
- Pell Acquittal Exposes Vatican Hypocrisy, by Bradley Eli, M.Div., Ma.Th, Church Militant (blog) (April 7, 2020)
- Lawsuits Allege Abuse, Name Diocese and Holy Family Institute, in Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (April 16, 2020)
- Major Victory for Abuse Survivors, by Josh Shapiro, TribLive.com (April 16, 2020)
- The Center Launches 24/7 Hotline for Victims of Violence, Abuse, by Peter Valencia, KSNV (April 16, 2020)
- NH Man Sues Pittsburgh Diocese, Alleging Sexual Abuse by Priests Decades Ago, by Natasha Lindstrom, Pittsburgh Tribune-Review (April 16, 2020)

April 18

- Sex Abuse Allegations Made against Children’s Home House Parents. Accuser Says Abuse Occurred in the 1970s., by Michael Hewlett, Winston-Salem Journal (April 17, 2020)
- Second Nun Accuses India Bishop Franco Mulakkal, by Saji Thomas, Global Sisters Report (February 25, 2020)
- After Criminal Acquittal, Cardinal Pell Likely to Face Several Civil Suits, in Catholic News Agency (April 8, 2020)
- Justice, Finally, by George Weigel, Catholic World Report (April 16, 2020)
- "My Husband Is a Survivor of Catholic Sexual Abuse. the Pell Verdict Rocked US to Our Core, in Mama Mia (blog) (April 16, 2020)
- Ex-premier Blasted for George Pell Opinion, by Karen Sweeney, Australian Associated Press via 7 News (April 16, 2020)
- 4 Takeaways from Cardinal Pell’s Holy Saturday TV Interview, by Father Raymond J. de Souza, National Catholic Register (April 17, 2020)
- Virginia Priest in Battle with Bishop over Blog Blasting Church’s Abuse Response, by Ines San Martin, Crux (April 18, 2020)
- Appeal rejected in lawsuit over school tutor’s abuse of boy, in Associated Press (April 17, 2020)

April 19

- MI Supreme Court rejects appeal in lawsuit against Diocese in tutor’s sexual abuse of teen, by Melissa Frick, MLive.com (April 18, 2020)
- All the right reasons, by Scott Hayes, St. Albert Gazette (April 18, 2020)
- Judge unpauses litigation over sex abuse by Ohio State doc, in Associated Press (April 18, 2020)
- Sign up to sex abuse redress scheme or lose funding, government warns, by Goya Dmytryshchak, Sydney Morning Herald (April 19, 2020)
- Marci Hamilton And Corey Feldman Of Child USA Release Guide For Sexual Abuse Survivors Who Watch (My) Truth: The Rape Of 2 Coreys, by Charisse Van Horn, Celebrity Insider (April 16, 2020)

April 20

- Is the Francis pontificate in crisis? A response to Faggioli, by Michael Sean Winters, National Catholic Reporter (April 20, 2020)
- The limits of a pontificate (Part II), by Massimo Faggioli, La Croix (April 15, 2020)
- The limits of a pontificate (Part I), by Massimo Faggioli, La Croix (April 14, 2020)
- Michigan's Warde Manuel mishandled Dr. Robert Anderson complaint by sending it to lawyers, by David Jesse, Detroit Free Press (April 16, 2020)
- Law firms take varying approaches to holding UM accountable in doctor abuse cases, by Steve Marowski, M Live (April 19, 2020)
- Cardinal George Pell convicted for a lacklustre display of empathy, by Angela Shanahan, Australian (April 18, 2020)
- Both George Pell and the facts are victims of ‘left-right’ culture wars, by Chris Mitchell, Australian (April 20, 2020)
- Cardinal Pell and the Victorian criminal justice system, by Fr Frank Brennan, Catholic Weekly - Archdiocese of Sydney (April 20, 2020)
- After Cardinal Pell's Rightful Acquittal, by George Weigel, First Things (April 15, 2020)
- Bishops and abuse, in Toldeo Blade (April 18, 2020)
- Paterson bishop retires; pope names Brooklyn priest as successor, in Catholc News Service (April 15, 2020)
- Brooklyn Priest Named New Bishop of Paterson, by Christopher White, Tablet - Diocese of Brooklyn (April 15, 2020)
- Bishop Serratelli stepping down from Paterson Diocese, Brooklyn priest named as successor, by Abbott Koloff And Alex Nussbaum, NorthJersey.com (April 15, 2020)
- LA archdiocese to lead novena for sexual abuse healing, by Jd Flynn, Catholic News Agency (April 17, 2020)

April 21

- Forget Video Games; ‘pope Simulator’ Already the Church’s Favorite Pastime, by John L. Allen, Crux (April 20, 2020)
- New Vice-prefect for Vatican Apostolic Library, in Vatican News (April 20, 2020)
- Series on Lack of Law Enforcement throughout Rural Alaska Wins 2020 Al Nakkula Award, in University of Colorado (April 16, 2020)
- Danbury Clergy Sexual Abuse Case Pushed to June, by Kendra Baker, Connecticut Post (April 20, 2020)
- Chicago Archdiocese Settles Suit in 2015 Abuse of 7-year-old, in Associated Press (April 21, 2020)
- Archdiocese of Chicago Reaches $2.1 Million Settlement in Lawsuit Claiming 7-year-old Girl Abused at Church Camp, by Javonte Anderson, Chicago Tribune (April 20, 2020)

April 22

- Ernest Formichelli, Youngstown, Ohio, in WKBN 27 (April 11, 2020)
- True Import of the Pell Case, by Monica Doumit, Catholic Weekly - Archdiocese of Sydney (April 22, 2020)
- Bisbee Man Confesses He's Molesting His Daughter. Church Tells Bishop Not to Report Abuse to Authorities, by Mary Jo Pitzl, Arizona Republic (April 21, 2020)
- Letter to the Editor: Bishop's Comments Were Inappropriate, by Teresa Biggs, Martinsville Bulletin (April 17, 2020)
- Parishioners Stand by Priest after Bishop Prohibits Him from Sharing Opinion Online, by Kaicey Baylor, ABC 13 News WSET (April 19, 2020)
- 62 Nevada Community Agencies Awarded $20 Million in Victims of Crime Act Grant Funding, by Jeff Munson, Carson Now (April 20, 2020)
- Pell in Purgatory, by Jeremy Gans, Inside Story (April 13, 2020)
- Remaining Unsettled, by Massimo Faggioli, Commonweal (April 21, 2020)
- Advocates Continue Pushing Legislation for Sex Abuse Survivors, by Cayla Harris, The Times-Union (April 20, 2020)

April 23

- Idaho Court Upholds Ex-priest’s Prison Sentence, in Associated Press via Lewiston Tribune (April 23, 2020)
- "a Gold Mine" of Abuse, in Church Militant (April 23, 2020)
- Dc Priest Describes a Culture of Cover-up in Wake of Mccarrick Scandal, by Claire Giangrave, Religion News Service (April 22, 2020)
- Amish Bishop Charged with Failing to Report Sexual Abuse Claims [updated], by Dan Nephin, Lancaster Online (April 22, 2020)
- Amish Bishop Charged with Failing to Report Child Sexual Abuse, by Peter Smith, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (April 22, 2020)
- Witness J, Former Choirboy Who Accused George Pell, Says Case "Does Not Define Me", in ABC (April 8, 2020)
- New Pell Probe Puts Release of Sex Abuse Royal Commission Redactions on Hold, by John Ferguson, The Australian (April 23, 2020)
- Bishop Guertin Teacher Abuse Lawsuit Bumped Due to Covid-19 Precautions, by Damien Fisher, Ink Link (April 21, 2020)
- Colorado’s Priest Abuse Reparations Program Has Paid More Than $3 Million to 28 Victims So Far, by Jennifer Brown, Colorado Sun (April 22, 2020)
- Priest Who Sought Bishop's Resignation Requests Leave from Duties, by Jay Tokasz, Buffalo News (April 22, 2020)

April 24

- U. of Michigan Facing More Legal Action over Alleged Abuse, by Larry Lage, Associated Press (April 24, 2020)
- Former Scout Leader Jailed for 31 Years for Decades of Child Sex Abuse, by Georgina Mitchell, Sydney Morning Herald (April 23, 2020)
- Despite April Being Child Abuse Prevention Month, Michigan Supreme Court Refuses to Hear Sexual Assault Case, in Ven Johnson Law (April 23, 2020)
- A View from the inside of the Catholic Church’s Abuse Scandal, by Joseph H. Saunders, Legal Examiner (April 23, 2020)
- Barrow Reverend Nick Donnelly "Proved Right" after Senior Catholic's Child Sexual Abuse Conviction Overturned, by Joe Fletcher, The Mail (April 21, 2020)
- ‘the Catholic Church Should Close the Christian Brothers Down’, by Gareth Parker, 6PR 882 Radio (April 22, 2020)

April 25

- 2020 Priest Ordination Class Is Slightly Smaller, More Diverse, Survey Finds, in Catholic News Agency via Angelus (April 24, 2020)
- Ordination Class of 2020 Study Provides Hope for the State of Vocations in the Church, in U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (April 23, 2020)
- About 100 Victims Come Forward with New Claims of Sex Abuse, by Rick Daysog, Hawaii News Now KHNL / KGMB (April 24, 2020)
- Defrocked Priest's Conviction Upheld in Maine, by Mike LaBella, Eagle Tribune (April 24, 2020)
- Defrocked "Spotlight" Priest's Convictions Upheld in Maine, in Associated Press (April 24, 2020)
- Maine High Court Upholds Sex Crime Convictions of Defrocked Priest, by Matt Byrne, Press Herald (April 23, 2020)

April 26

- Boy Scouts suit filed as Hawaii shuts abuse claims window, by Jennifer Sinco Kelleher, Associated Press (April 26, 2020)
- Seminaries must hire, involve more women, Cardinal Ouellet says, by Cindy Wooden, Catholic News Service via National Catholic Reporter (April 24, 2020)
- Podcast: Cardinal Pell, Innocent!, by Mark Bauerlein And George Weigel, First Things (April 23, 2020)
- 20% of church entities that applied received SBA loans to keep staff, by Dennis Sadowski, Catholic News Service via Angelus (April 24, 2020)
- Some parishes “may not be able to re-open” once public health crisis ends, Scharfenberger says, by Chris Horvatits, WIVB 4 (April 24, 2020)
- Kamehameha Schools Faces a Spate of Sex Abuse Claims, by Yoohyun Jung, Honolulu Civil Beat (April 24, 2020)
c - Cardinal Pell: A decision with little certainty [Opinion], by Gail Grossman Freyne, National Catholic Reporter (April 27, 2020)
- Amish bishop charged with failing to report child sex abuse, in Associated Press (April 23, 2020)
- Victorian Government backs release of unredacted Royal Commission findings on child sex abuse, in Australian Broadcasting Corporation (April 27, 2020)
- Victorian government clears release of Pell royal commission findings, by Melissa Davey, Guardian (April 27, 2020)
- Opinion: Row between a US priest and his bishop reaches farcical levels, by Barry Duke, Patheos (blog) (April 25, 2020)
- Guest post by Edward Henry QC: Reflections on the case of Cardinal Pell, in The Secret Barrister (blog) (April 23, 2020)
- Pell and the unforgiving glare [Opinion], by John Ferguson, Australian (April 27, 2020)
- After 26 years, Eileen Piper has finally won an apology from the Catholic Church for her daughter's abuse, by Karen Percy, Australian Broadcasting Corporation (April 26, 2020)

April 28

- Dallas Priest Accused of Abuse, Removed from the Ministry, in Associated Press (April 27, 2020)
- Springfield-cape Girardeau Diocese Releases Investigation into Priest with Many Ties to the Ozarks, in KY3-TV (April 27, 2020)
- Survivors of Clergy Sex Abuse Want Accountability Following Priest Released on House Arrest, by Chris Welty, KATC-TV (April 27, 2020)
- Do French Clerics Carry “get out of Jail Free” Cards?, by Keith Porteous Wood, InternationalFreeThought.org (blog) (April 27, 2020)
- Hawaii Courts Filling with Sex Abuse Cases, by Paul Drewes, KITV4-TV (April 21, 2020)
- New motion asks judge to ignore advice to keep emails between Saints, archdiocese sealed in clergy abuse suit, by Ramon Antonio Vargas And Amie Just, Nola.com (April 24, 2020)
- Archdiocese 'is not Lehman Brothers', by Haidee Eugenio Gilbert, Guam Daily Post (April 27, 2020)
- Ridsdale admits more abuse but lawyer asks for no extra jail time, by Adam Cooper, Age (April 27, 2020)
- Ridsdale admits to more abuse, by Rebecca Mcdonald, Bay93.9 (April 28, 2020)
- Cardinal George Pell findings seeking approval for release, in The AAP (April 28, 2020)
- Victim says more school mates likely to take action after Ridsdale abuse, by Andrew Thomson, Standard (April 28, 2020)
- Sexual Abuse Remains a Summer Camp Concern for Parents, by Jennifer Johnson, BUSINESS WIRE (April 27, 2020)
- Beyond Cedarville: Why Do Pastors Keep Getting Rehired After Abuse?, by Kate Shellnutt, Christian Today (April 28, 2020)
- Church members show support for priest in legal battle, by Eric Pointer, WFXR News (April 27, 2020)
- Domestic violence and child abuse rates rise, but resources are still available, by Damian Morris, Alestle (April 28, 2020)
- Listening key for Church reform in our time, by Michael Otto, NZCatholic (April 28, 2020)
- Will the pandemic force the Catholic Church to transform?, in TRT World (April 27, 2020)
- OPINION: Do we have to take sides over George Pell? Well, actually, 'no', by John Sandeman, Eternity News (April 28, 2020)
- Former St. Landry Parish priest who admitted molestation released from prison, by Ben Myers, Acadiana Advocate (April 27, 2020)
- Reportajes 24: A 10 años de denunciar a Fernando Karadima, ¿valió la pena?, in The Reportajes 24 (April 28, 2020)

April 29

- New Jersey Priest Who Admitted Abusing over a Dozen Children, Dies in Nursing Home, Lawyer Says, by David Aaro, Fox News (April 29, 2020)
- Buffalo Diocese Stops Paying 23 Priests Accused of Abuse, by Jay Tokasz, Buffalo News (April 28, 2020)
- ‘outsider Pope’ Faces Resistance As He Tries to Reform the Church, Author Says, by Charles Collins, Crux (April 29, 2020)
- Editorial: Dolan Delivers the Church to Trump and the GOP, in National Catholic Reporter (April 28, 2020)
- Harrisburg Catholic Diocese to Close Two Schools, Citing Financial Difficulties and Declining Enrollment, by Ivey DeJesus, PennLive.com (April 28, 2020)
- Louisiana Priest Convicted of Molestation Released on Bond, in Associated Press (April 29, 2020)
- Defrocked Priest, Who Admitted Abusing a Dozen Children, Dies at Nursing Home, by Chris Sheldon, NJ.com (April 28, 2020)
- Advocate for the abused: Joe George stood up against the church to protect the vulnerable, by Marcos Breton, Sacramento Bee (April 29, 2020)
- New Mexico diocese sues over limits on virus relief funds, in The Associated Press (April 29, 2020)
- SEXUAL ABUSE LAWSUIT FILED IN POLK COUNTY AGAINST RETIRED PRIEST, in Horowitz Law (April 28, 2020)
- Priest in Missouri Determined to be “Credible” Abuser by Review Board, SNAP Calls for Outreach, by Zach Hiner, Dan Mcnevin, SNAP (April 28, 2020)
- WHAT DOES THE PANDEMIC HAVE TO DO WITH SEXUAL ABUSE?, in Horowitz Law (April 29, 2020)
- Opinion: Cedarville’s plan to save Anthony Moore abandoned its students — and Moore, by Russell L. Meek, RNS (April 28, 2020)
- Financial support, health benefits to end for priests with substantiated allegations of sexual abuse, by Anthony Reyes, WKBW (April 28, 2020)
- The Buffalo Diocese is kicking these 23 priests off its payroll, by Charlie Specht, WKBW (April 29, 2020)

April 30

- Former Springfield Priest Accused of Child Sex Abuse; Case Sent to Prosecutors, by Harrison Keegan, Springfield News-Leader (April 29, 2020)
- Sacramento Loses Leading Advocate for Sexual Abuse Survivors, by David Manoucheri, KCRA-TV (April 29, 2020)
- Royal Commission Findings about Cardinal George Pell Could Be Made Public. Here's What We Know, by Sarah Farnsworth, Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) (April 30, 2020)
- Church Shares Findings of Invest. into Priest Abuse Reports, in KMTV (April 29, 2020)
- Decision Made Amid Ongoing Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Proceedings, by Matt Surtel, Batavia News (April 29, 2020)
- Women Vital to Seminaries: Ouellet, by Cindy Wooden, Catholic Register (April 30, 2020)
- Christian Porter Seeks Final Advice on Release of Royal Commission Findings on Cardinal George Pell, in ABC News (April 27, 2020)
- Abolish Right to Remove Children from Sex-education Classes, Urges Abuse Survivor, by Hattie Williams, Church Times (April 23, 2020)
- English Bishops Call on Catholic Parishes to Help Victims of Domestic Violence, by Charles Collins, CRUX (April 29, 2020)
- Retiring Inquirer Photographer Michael Bryant Looks Back at More Than 30 Years in the Business, by Tim Tai, Philadelphia Inquirer (April 30, 2020)
- Lincoln Diocese Releases Findings of Investigation into Deceased Priest, in 1011 NOW (April 19, 2020)
- Reports of Child Abuse and Neglect Plunge in Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky during Quarantine, by Paula Christian, WCPO (April 29, 2020)
- Investigation into Longtime Newman Center Pastor Confirms Sexual Advances to Students, by Margaret Reist, Lincoln Journal Star (April 30, 2020)
- Document: Priest Abused Barrigada Altar Boy in Late 1970s, by Haidee Eugenio Gilbert, Guam Daily Post (May 1, 2020)
- Argument Preview: Justices to Consider What Makes a Minister a Minister (corrected), by Amy Howe, SCOTUS Blog (April 30, 2020)
- ‘Ðrolific Pedophile’ Priest Dies in New Jersey Nursing Home, by Lee Brown, New York Post (April 29, 2020)
- Teslin Man Files $4.25m Lawsuit over Alleged Sexual Abuse at Hand of Catholic Bishop, by Jackie Hong, Yukon News (April 29, 2020)
- German Catholic Church Agrees to Rules for Investigating Abuse Cases, in Catholic News Service (April 30, 2020)
- Diocese of Toledo Names Seven Deceased Priests Accused of Sexual Abuse, by Nicki Gorny, Toledo Blade (April 29, 2020)
- Supreme Court Rejects Catholic Church Appeal to Reduce Damages in Sex Abuse Case, in CBC News (April 30, 2020)
- Tara Reade’s Bad Timing Isn’t Her Problem — It’s Ours, by Leigh Gilmore, WBUR Radio (NPR affiliate) (April 30, 2020)

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