ABC Calls for Mandatory Reporting on Sexual Abuse July 11, 2019 News Welby said he feels "“shame and horror that we have done this to people”. He added: “I hope God will forgive us.”
Bishop Who Was Jailed for Sexual Assaults Dies June 26, 2019 News Peter Ball, the former Bishop of Gloucester, served 16 months in prison for abusing young men and boys.
Bishop of Lincoln Suspended May 17, 2019 News Abp. Welby: “If these matters are found to be proven I consider that the bishop would present a significant risk of harm by not adequately safeguarding children and vulnerable people.”
Safeguarding Report Promotes Hotline April 9, 2019 News Church of England parishes are encouraged to promote a safeguarding hotline number because abuse by priests is so widespread.
Diocese Closes Posthumous Inquiry February 18, 2019 Clips, News Indianapolis bishop: “I am committed to seeking God’s healing and reconciliation with the complainant in this case and all those who are hurt and angered by this news.”
Bp. Herft Under Scrutiny February 5, 2019 Clips, News The Rt. Rev. Roger Herft, former Archbishop of Perth, could be defrocked.
Bp. Lee Responds to Abuse Report December 21, 2018 Clips “In this difficult time, I ask you to join me in praying first for those who have been abused by priests or other church leaders.”
Bishop: Pray for the Victims August 2, 2018 Clips, News “Pray for those who have suffered abuse at the hands of any perpetrator, and for those whose faith in the church and in God will be tested by the unveiling of this report.”
‘We Have Been Fobbing People Off’ July 25, 2018 News Lord Carey gives testimony about the Church of England’s past responses to sexual abuse.
Lawyers Dispute Prince’s Evidence July 24, 2018 News Lawyers representing victims of former bishop Peter Ball, have questioned the status of evidence by Prince Charles to the Independent Inquiry into Child Abuse.
