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Bishop Karl-Heinz Wiesemann Resigns Amid Abuse Scandal Depression
Bishop Karl-Heinz Wiesemann of Speyer has unexpectedly resigned from his position, citing depression following an abuse scandal. His resignation comes amidst ongoing discussions about accountability within the church.
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der-spiegelGerman7d ago
Depression nach Missbrauchskandal: Kraft Speyerer Bischof Karl-Heinz Wiesemann tritt zurück
Die Last der Verantwortung habe »schwerwiegende Spuren hinterlassen«: Speyers Bischof hat sein Amt niedergelegt. Zuvor berichtete Karl-Heinz Wiesemann von einer Depression, in die ihn der Missbrauchsskandal gestürzt habe.
Read full article →fazGerman7d ago
Karl-Heinz Wiesemann: Bischof von Speyer legt überraschend Amt nieder
Karl-Heinz Wiesemann tritt aus gesundheitlichen Gründen zurück. Die Diözese in der Pfalz braucht nun einen neuen Oberhirten.
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First report: faz · 19 Aug, 10:45|Full coverage: 2 · 2h|Window: 2h
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