Friars Come To Nuns' Defense In Vatican Investigation

from National Public Radio

The Franciscan friars of the U.S. have expressed support for the Leadership Conference of Women Religious. The organization which represents most of the country's nuns is the subject of a Vatican investigation. Audie Cornish speaks with Father Joe Nangle, of Our Lady Queen of Peace in Arlington, Va., about his order's decision to support the Sisters.

Broadcast Dates

• All Things Considered, June 8, 2012