Priests’ Records Available
Opened its files on six dismissed priests The Allentown Catholic Diocese has opened its files on six dismissed priests for review by the district attorneys in the five counties it covers, a diocesan spokesman said Friday. The church's action came as the top prosecutors in Lehigh and Schuylkill counties said they've received new … [Read more...] about Priests’ Records Available
Priest In Sex Cases Agrees To Quit His Lincoln Post
Suspended in June amid allegations of sexual abuse The Rev. Vincent Brady, who was suspended in June amid allegations of sexual abuse, has agreed to resign effective immediately as pastor of his Lincoln parish. In a move that angered many parishioners, Bishop William K. Weigand asked for the resignation, saying he was concerned … [Read more...] about Priest In Sex Cases Agrees To Quit His Lincoln Post
7 Indicted In Diocesan Sex Cases
A grand jury indicted one priest and six employees at a home for troubled youths yesterday, ending a seven-month investigation of child sexual abuse inside the Cleveland Catholic Diocese. Cuyahoga County Prosecutor William Mason's frustration was clear at a news conference as he criticized Ohio's laws for providing an escape hatch … [Read more...] about 7 Indicted In Diocesan Sex Cases
