clergy ethics

California lawmakers threaten to break confidentiality of confession to find abusers

By Jack Jenkins — May 31, 2019
(RNS) — The bill extends the debate over 'clergy-penitent privilege' provoked by similar provisions passed or considered in other states since at least 2002.

Pope Francis fires Memphis bishop after Vatican investigation

By Paul O'Donnell — October 24, 2018
VATICAN CITY (RNS) — The move is another indication that Francis is moving, albeit fitfully, to hold bishops more accountable and not only on issues related to sexual abuse.

Evangelical group proposes code of ethics for pastors

By Chris Lisee — June 15, 2012

WASHINGTON (RNS) The National Association of Evangelicals is urging pastors to unite under a consistent code of ethics. NAE leadership says the code will provide uniform guidance to church leaders across 40 denominations. By Chris Lisee.

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