Catholic church
Spain's ombudsman reports little 'enthusiasm' from Church in abuse inquiry
There is little “enthusiasm” within Spain’s Catholic Church for the ongoing investigation into child sexual abuse by its clergy, the country’s ombudsman, who is leading the probe, said on Tuesday.
Spanish Church to mull optional celibacy and women priests
Spanish Catholics want Rome to consider talks on the future of the priesthood including optional celibacy, the ordination of women, and also of married men.
Catholics furious after artist writes ‘paedo’ in stolen communion wafers
Religious groups are suing a Spanish artist over his latest exhibit: consecrated wafers spelling out the word "paedophilia".
Priests defend secrecy in sex abuse confessions
Spain's bishops conference on Thursday defended the right of priests to maintain the secrecy of the confessional booth even in cases of serious crimes such as the sexual abuse of children.
'Don't give money to beggars': Bilbao church
The diocese of Bilbao has warned its congregation not to give alms to beggars because of their disruptive behaviour around some of the city’s churches.
'Paedophile priests' acted like sect: report
The priests in Granada who are being investigated for sexual abuse after a letter sent to Pope Francis allegedly drew young boys into church activities before ruthlessly convincing them to engage in sexual activities, investigators have learned.
'Exorcist' bishop aids Spanish King with prayer
The top Spanish cardinal who recently selected eight priests to work as an exclusive exorcist squad said on Friday that the best way to help embattled Spain's Royal Family "is to pray".
TV prayer row stirs psychologist outrage
Spain's national television broadcaster TVE has come under fire for a news segment in which psychologists were misquoted as saying that prayer can help people suffering from the effects of the country's economic crisis.