Despite multiple allegations of sexual abuse and being removed from the Jesuit order, Father Marko Rupnik continues to live freely at his Rome-based Aletti Center.
The Knights of Columbus who operate the DC shrine say they are 'disturbed' by Father Rupnik's alleged abuse but still have no definite plans when it comes to removing his artwork.
Today two women gave public testimony about their contact with the now-notorious Fr. Marko Ivan Rupnik, confirming the details they pseudonymously provided in late 2022 about the abuse of which he stands accused.
In 2008, Fr. Rupnik was responsible for designing the facade of the Basilica of the Rosary at the Shrine of Lourdes to mark the 150th anniversary of the apparitions of Our Lady.
The ruling does not appear to be directly related to Father Rupnik's alleged abuse, but rather 'serious problems' with the Loyola Community's 'exercise of authority' and 'way of life together.'
The Diocese of Koper confirmed to LifeSite that Fr. Rupnik has found a new home in his homeland of Slovenia, meaning that his priestly ministry will continue unabated despite allegations of serial abuse.
A spokesman for the Diocese of Plymouth stated that 'in line with the position being adopted by other dioceses, it has been decided that it would be totally inappropriate to continue to endorse, display, or use any copies of Fr Marko Rupnik’s artwork in any way.'