Vatican Defends Rupnik as Trial Continues | San Francisco News

The Vatican is denying reports that a church trial against controversial Jesuit artist Marko Ivan Rupnik has ended, calling allegations of spiritual and sexual abuse “completely unfounded” and emphasizing that judges are still reviewing evidence. Rupnik, famed for his global church mosaics, faced initial dismissal of claims due to age, but Pope Francis waived the statute of limitations last year amid mounting pressure. Though expelled from the Jesuits and briefly excommunicated for a confessional offense, Rupnik remains a priest as his supporters label accusations defamatory. The Vatican’s statement hints at ongoing investigations, with judges potentially seeking more information — though victims remain sidelined as silent witnesses in a secretive canon law process. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d5021771ade029f3