Polish Episcopal Conference

The Polish Episcopal Conference or Polish Bishops' Conference (Polish: Konferencja Episkopatu Polski or KEP) is the central organ of the Catholic Church in Poland. It is composed of 3 cardinals, 24 archbishops and 118 bishops.

Secretariat of the Polish Episcopal Conference building at 6 Stefan Wyszyński Square in Warsaw

21st century

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In 2018, KEP completed a survey on clerical abuse against children and found that 382 priests had been accused of abusing at least 660 minors.[1] The survey’s report led to the creation of the St Joseph’s Foundation to help abuse survivors[2][3] as well as action against clergy.[4]

In summer 2020, KEP stated that church teaching on homosexuality was infallible and promoted conversion therapy programs.[5][6]

In June 2023, KEP made an appeal for calm discussions on migration and promoted wise hospitality and solidarity.[7]

Members

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Presidents

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(Until 1994, position held ex officio by the Primate of Poland)

Vice presidents

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Secretaries general

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See also

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Official website

References

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