The cardinal visited quarantined religious communities, after many nuns tested positive for the coronavirus.
The cardinal, who had been accused of sexual abuse, has been released from prison. He said he has always maintained his innocence.
The Holy See “reaffirms its commitment to preventing and pursuing all cases of abuse against minors.”
The Higher Committee of Human Fraternity has called all religions to a day of prayer, fasting and works of charity on May 14.
