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ROME— Pope Francis has ordered the Vatican to reopen the case of a well-known priest-artist accused of sexually, psychologically and spiritually abusing adult women, and removed the statute of limitations that had previously prevented a church trial based on their claims.The Vatican's announcement Friday marked a major turnaround for the Holy See and followed a growing outcry among abuse victims and their advocates over the handling of the case of the Rev.
Johan Verschueren, welcomed the announcement that a church trial would finally take place, calling it a “major step” in the right direction.“Finally justice can have a chance: for the alleged victims and testimonies — they can be heard and recognized in their dignity,” and for Rupnik, who can defend himself, he said in an email. He said he hoped for a fair trial and just outcome, so that the 'confusion in the church may soon come to an end.
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