Pope Leo condemns machismo and violence against women in Peru
Pope Leo XIV condemned machismo and violence against women during his visit to Lima, calling for equal rights and women’s full participation in society and the Church. He also urged Peru’s bishops to support victims of clergy abuse with tru
FaithTap · Nov 13, 2026 · 1 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.