Sexual violence within religious institutions, particularly churches, has been compared to a "slow poison," with ongoing concerns coming to light during the Pope's recent visit to France. Five years after the release of a major report by the Independent Commission on Sexual Abuse in the Church (Ciase), the effects of what Pope Leo XIV once called a "painful plague" continue to be felt. During a private meeting in Lourdes, the Pope met with seven victims of abuse, who said he listened to them with genuine empathy. While the focus has largely been on the Catholic Church, questions have now been raised about whether similar issues exist in Protestant communities, particularly through discussions with colleagues from the Swiss monthly Réformés. Protestantism, with its varied structures and different roles for clergy, may experience abuse in ways that are less systemic than in Catholicism. However, abuse has still occurred, especially in the Lutheran-Reformed tradition, involving pastors or teachers in religious education and adults. Some have suggested the need for a "Protestant Ciase," inspired by the Catholic Church's response to abuse through reports like the 2023 Sauvé report. The German Protestant Church (EKD) has conducted a similar study since 2024, while the Swiss Reformed Evangelical Church (EERS) is waiting until the end of 2027 for the results of a scientific survey. One of the main challenges in addressing these issues is the difficulty victims face in coming forward, especially in smaller, close-knit communities where the lines between personal and institutional can blur. There is also the challenge of understanding and processing the experiences of those who have been abused, as well as the tendency for responsibility to be diffused across decentralized church structures. In cases involving adult victims, there is a call to examine issues of consent and the roles of those involved, to avoid reverting to outdated moral standards that no longer reflect contemporary values. The Bible contains a wide range of stories about sexuality, from troubling to inspiring, as noted by theological advisor Antoine Nouis in his book La Bible qu'on ne raconte pas aux enfants (Labor et Fides, September 2026), which explores sexual ethics. Discussions have also focused on how Protestant churches deal with their own conscience in light of these abuses, the role of pastors and theologians in confronting them, and the idea that "Christ falls with the institution," a statement made by Marion Muller-Colard. These reflections highlight the complex relationship between faith, morality, and institutional responsibility.