During his recent visit to Belgium, Pope Francis was confronted by Belgian Prime Minister and King regarding the Catholic Church's history of sexual abuse and cover-ups. The Prime Minister expressed that mere apologies from the Pope would not suffice. In response, the Pope vowed to take decisive action against the 'scourge' of sexual abuse within the Church, emphasizing the need for the Church to seek forgiveness and acknowledging its shameful legacy. Survivors of abuse have voiced their concerns, with many calling for reparations and expressing their discontent over the Church's past actions. As the Pope addressed these issues, the weight of Belgium's appalling abuse legacy loomed over his trip, challenging his efforts to engage with the local community and restore faith in the Church.