‘Weeping Madonnas’: Vatican updates norms on supernatural claims

Replacing regulations dating back to 1978, the Vatican’s doctrinal office (DFF) emphasised the need for thorough assessment, warning against potential fraudulence or exploitation for personal gain or cult formation. The DDF outlined various concerns, including wrongdoing, manipulation, financial exploitation, and doctrinal errors, underscoring the importance of avoiding scandal and upholding the Church’s credibility.