Pope Leo condemns machismo and violence against women in Peru
5 sourcesUpdated Nov 12, 20261 min read
Pope Leo XIV condemned machismo and violence against women during an address in Lima, calling for women and girls to be protected and respected and for women to have equal rights and a greater role in society and the Church. He said gender inequality in family life and the subordination of one spouse to another are incompatible with Christian teaching. Leo also urged Peru’s bishops to accompany their communities and respond to victims of clergy sexual abuse with truth and justice. The visit was an emotional homecoming for the Chicago-born pope, who spent two decades as a missionary and bishop in Peru.
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“After his emotional return, Pope denounces 'machismo' in Peru and demands women be protected”Right· 1 source
Violence against women won't stop without changing attitudes in families and communities first.
The push for bishops to back abuse victims with real justice matters more than words alone.
It's about time a pope called out machismo directly in Peru. Women need equal say in the Church too.
