Marcial Maciel
Marcial Maciel was a Mexican priest and founder of the Legion of Christ, notorious for his sexual abuse scandals that spanned decades. Despite his influential position within the Catholic Church, Maciel faced numerous allegations of misconduct, which were often ignored or covered up by church authorities. His actions have had a lasting impact on the Church's reputation and raised significant questions about clerical accountability.
Born on Mar 10, 1920 (105 years old)
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Colombia:
Marcial Maciel is referenced as a similar figure to José Erley Ramírez Garcés, known for his abusive behavior while being perceived as a holy man.
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Spain:
Marcial Maciel was the founder of the Legion of Christ and is recognized as a sexual abuser.
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Ireland:
Marcial Maciel was the founder of the Legionaries of Christ who was removed from ministry over allegations of abuse.
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Ireland:
Marcial Maciel was the founder of the Legionaries of Christ, who was removed from ministry due to allegations of abuse.
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Spain:
Marcial Maciel was the founder of the Legionaries of Christ, who was investigated for abuse.
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Spain:
Marcial Maciel is referenced in connection with serious allegations of abuse that have cast a shadow over the Legionaries of Christ.
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United States:
Marcial Maciel was the founder of the Legionaries of Christ, a religious order that faced revelations of abuse.
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Costa Rica:
Marcial Maciel was a notorious pedophile priest who was close to Pope John Paul II.
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Venezuela:
Marcial Maciel was involved in a scandal during the papacy of John Paul II.
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Spain:
Marcial Maciel is mentioned as the founder of the order to which Marcelino de Andrés belongs and a convicted serial pedophile.
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