An official says the church has done a lot to keep children from being abused . A U.N. report accuses the Vatican of protecting itself over allegations of abuse . The church has used cover - ups to protect its children , the report alleges . The U.N. calls for the Vatican to create a system for protecting children 's rights .
Vatican official says the church has done a lot to keep children from being abused . A U.N. committee accuses the Vatican of protecting itself over victims of abuse . The church has used cover-ups to protect its clergy , the report alleges . The U.N. calls for the Vatican to create a system for monitoring children 's rights .