The Washington Post published a story on the University rescinding an honorary degree to Archbishop Theodore McCarrick. The Catholic Thing and Deacon Greg Kendra at Patheos also published the statement.
The Catholic University of America announced Monday it had rescinded an honorary degree given to Archbishop Theodore McCarrick, the former cardinal accused of sexually abusing adults and minors for decades.
Catholic University awarded the honor to McCarrick, the former archbishop of Washington, in 2006, according to the institution. It marks the first time the school has rescinded an honorary degree.
“The entire Catholic University community acknowledges the tragedy of sexual abuse at the hands of clergy, and the deep and lasting pain and suffering of survivors,” a university statement said. “We offer our prayers and pastoral support for the survivors, that they and their families encounter healing and peace.”
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