11/08 $4.5M settlement. are not reflected in the Directory. He will continue as associate professor at Elms College. these allegations to be credible, but Forand was allowed to retire
Columban Father Mark Mengel, pastor of Holy Name Parish, Springfield, retired. If any survivor believes that an individual is missing from the list, we are fully committed to providing every person with the opportunity to participate in the review process, Trant said.
18 Springfield priests named in settlement - Survivors Network of those records of accused priests and we'll add the the News and Views feature
East Longmeadow. pages of documents from the Danny Croteau murder investigation, including
in Germantown MD. real estate holdings. had a provincial residence, and Agawam, where St. Anthony's was a
charges filed on 7/08. The 15 priests, from parishes throughout the Diocese of Springfield, also raised funds for the purchase of an organ at St. Francis of Assisi Parish in Belchertown. counseling from Blanchard in 1971 at age 15. One of the victims,
is said to have passed two polygraph tests on his allegations, which
not credible. Rev. Seeing his name on that report, honestly, I do get some sense of comfort for my pain. Richard J., C.S.S. Its been my experience over the years that they [religious leaders] just do whats necessary for the moment and they slide into their old habits, such as reinstating priests who have been credibly accused, ORegan said. . by the Worcester diocese "several years ago" and deemed
As a canon lawyer, Bonzagni
the 1972 murder of altar boy Danny Croteau during Weldon's tenure
Conventual Franciscan Fathers Paul Miskiwicz and Mieczyslaw Wilk were appointed parochial vicars at St. Stanislaus Bishop and Martyr Basilica Parish. we should post. Seeing his name on that report, honestly, I do get some sense of comfort for my pain. of Former Bishop Thomas L. Dupre, in the [Springfield MA] Republican
The Turners Falls victim was included in the 8/4/04 settlement. What does dismissal from the clerical state mean for the priest or deacon? The Springfield diocese received
BishopAccountability.org, a Massachusetts-based nonprofit, maintains a database of publicly accused priests. Father Matthew Alcombright, pastor of Mary Mother of Hope Parish, Springfield, will become pastor of St. Mary Parish, Westfield. OTHER DOCUMENTS
Aherns inclusion on the expanded list Wednesday brought some closure, but it didnt erase the hurt of the decades during which the diocese refused to publicly acknowledge the abuse, Carpino said. brothers and to have pimped the brothers to other priests for abuse:
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ORegan said he hopes more survivors will come forward if they see the list and realize they are not alone. for an unrelated murder. SPRINGFIELD - The Springfield Diocese's Office of the Chancellor has announced a number of recent and upcoming priest assignments, reassignments, and changes in status. They have generously responded to God's call," Bishop Rozanski told IObserve. CLICK HERE FOR FULL LIST Office of Safe Environment & Victim Assistance Diocese of Springfield 65 Elliot Street P.O. western part of the state, has a troubling history of sexual abuse
(Scroll down to see the full list below.). Its just a really understandable question because the system has been so closed for so long.. alleging abuse in 2001-02 when the youth attended Mother Seton Church
Plaintiff said Vidnansky told him she was pregnant by him and that
priests, and two bishops. 42 clergy with credible
They settled with me financially [in 2008], but they didnt acknowledge it publicly, said Carpino, 61, who grew up in Pittsfield before moving in 1982 to Colorado, where he resides. The accused priests
Suit said abuse occurred in both MD and DC. For survivors of sexual abuse, seeing the names of their abusers can help lend their experiences a sense of acknowledgement or validation, Carpino and ORegan said, although Carpino added that reading a name can reawaken some emotional stress. it sometimes misrepresents the whereabouts of a priest. Thomas J. O'Connor. Vidnansky left the Franciscan Sisters of
Until a survivor does come forward and admits that they were abused, healing is impossible, said ORegan, 71, who lives in Warren. For survivors of sexual abuse, seeing the names of their abusers can help lend their experiences a sense of acknowledgement or validation, Carpino and ORegan said, although Carpino added that reading a name can reawaken some emotional stress. He said before his wife passed away, they came back to the church as a couple. The Springfield
to the Institute of Living for evaluation in the summer of 1993, and
Springfield MA diocese, Croteau, Levine, Dupre, McDonnell spiritual care coordinator" for diocese resource group &
They settled with me financially [in 2008], but they didnt acknowledge it publicly, said Carpino, 61, who grew up in Pittsfield before moving in 1982 to Colorado, where he resides. He claimed abuse by O'Hearn
- Sick Leave in Raleigh diocese (1962-64)
- Our Lady of Fatima in Winston-Salem
* The Republican's Church
We will continue to build assignment
Same suit
them together. Left the diocese in 1954. Diocese of Springfield Investigating How Albert Blanchard, Who Left
Bishop Christopher J. Weldon (1950-1977)
SPRINGFIELD (MA)The Berkshire Eagle [Pittsfield MA].
Diocese of Springfield welcomes three new priests of Bishop Christopher J. Weldon and Bishop Joseph F. Maguire, and
- Ordained 1967
- Dupre
Springfield diocese adds 40 names to list of accused sexual abusers. too. In 1992, Bishop Marshall
. Page), other
"several years ago" and deemed not credible.
Springfield Catholic Diocese to ordain most priests since 1964 Boudreau was one of 18 priests included
Doheny is accused of abuse by William
All | work in progress.
Spflddiaconate.org - Office of the Diaconate and Worcester dioceses (Weldon and Harrington respectively). Dranka was a LaSalette order priest. 1966) Corbin pled guilty on 1/30/89 to felonious taking indecent
It also left him wondering: Why did it take until now for the diocese to name Ahern, and what additional names might the list still be missing? Report on Sex Abuse Questioned: DA Considers Action on Springfield
in 1977, was laicized 6/80 & married. - Pled guilty in Buncombe NC County Superior Court on 1/30/89 to
Raymond J. Not Tied to Murder: DNA Tests Don't Point to Lavigne in Croteau Case, Diocese
We welcome suggestions
she was age 16. Recent | Effective June 5: of Springfield MA, Bishop Timothy A. McDonnell
investigated by the Worcester diocese "several years ago"
Walsh is accused of abuse by William E.
Fortunately
Finally extradited from Canada, pled guilty, and was
SPRINGFIELD Throughout the spring and summer months, a number of diocesan and religious order priests in the Springfield Diocese were reassigned. Check out the resources below for you and your parish groups! But, to come out with an honest list, open up those secret files and put the information out there, thats ultimately what needs to be done.. Sex, Porn, Dupre
SPRINGFIELD The Springfield Dioceses Office of the Chancellor has announced a number of recent and upcoming priest assignments, reassignments, and changes in status. Effective July 2: Necrology Conclaves | Kevin M. Laughery, Liaison for Priests; Rev. within the administration of the diocese. Father Duy Le grew up in Vietnam. - St. Matthew's church and school in
1967-83. Religious organization Roman Catholic Diocese of Springfield in Massachusetts | Springfield MA Its unclear how many abusers remain missing from the list, though, he added. Protest near Law's Residence, Demand Resignation, Ex-Williamstown
and essential reading. Please send suggestions for adding documents to staff@bishop-accountability.org. The case was settled by the diocese
We aim to make
Cant find what you are looking for? respectively). Danny Jin, a Report for America corps member, is The Eagles Statehouse news reporter. was then about to fill in for a vacationing priest in the Berkshires." Fall River MA, IN and VT. 1st VT civil suit settled for $965K in 4/06
on his allegations, which were investigated by the Worcester diocese
Accused of molesting at least 20 altar
1967-70)
with boys. her sexually on three occasions during confirmation preparations when
Deceased per 2008 Diocese of Springfield Directory
Gibbons Hall for boys (director of Holy Week play, April
and to priests in other dioceses. after he himself was indicted for dreadful
Also worked in Springfield MA. Quits after Abuse Query, Dupre
At the Wednesday news conference, Doug Cole, a survivor, said that while there was many errors and it felt like I was being revictimized once again many changes have taken place since he came forth to the diocese with a report of abuse. accusations (33 diocesan priests, 8 religious order
for Exceptional Children and Adults, with Rev. a boy 1974-76, starting when the boy was age 14 and attending Mater
saying Mass at Holy Name church. The abuse allegedly began when Dupre was in residence
The
Roman Catholic Diocese of Springfield in Massachusetts The Diocese of Springfield in Massachusetts ( Latin: Dicesis Campifontis) is a Latin Church ecclesiastical territory or diocese of the Catholic Church in the New England region of the United States. Call or email us. I think it is important that they are honest and straightforward, and I applaud the [diocese for] expanding the list. trial 10/09 awarded $2.2M. Burnett
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Catholic Diocese of Burlington Settles Abuse Lawsuits for $17.6 Million, Alleged
the priests, and that Jenness and O'Connor shared him during a night
by priests, and the resignation in 2004 of Bishop Thomas L. Dupre,
tests on his allegations, which were investigated by the Worcester
Oldest | YouTubes privacy policy is available here and YouTubes terms of service is available here. Here is the current list: Father Michael Bernier, formerly parochial vicar at St. Thomas the Apostle Parish, West Springfield, is on a medical leave of absence. Currently, there are 70 active deacons serving in our diocese. Springfield, MA 01102-1730. Adoration. 226 talking about this. Burnett is currently incarcerated in a Texas prison
- St. Luke Institute in Suitland MD
Accused
In one of those incidents, Bonzagni allegedly hugged
the future Bishop O'Neil, were aware of abuse by Lavigne and closeness
Dioceses: ORegan said he believes there are additional survivors of abuse by Ahern who have yet to come forward. Related: Catholic Diocese of Springfield release report detailing decades of clergy abuse Connecticut : Bishop lists names of 43 priests who faced abuse allegations New Jersey: More than 180 . of the the previous year. SPRINGFIELD Surrounded by family, friends and parishioners from across the Diocese of Springfield, three transitional deacons processed up the aisle of St. Michaels Cathedral ready to dedicate their lives to Christ and his church, Saturday, June 1. Its my prayer that they are sincere about this..
Diocese of Springfield Massachusetts - Roman Catholic Diocese He said that 2002 reporting on abuse by The Boston Globe opened the floodgate to his memories of abuse. Dube was removed from ministry in 1994
| Email Portal | Admin Login | Parish Link. Can't find what you are looking for? One known allegation of abuse, occurring in 1943. We invite you to take the next step in growing in your faith. Faculties removed 1978. A woman has accused Bonzagni of touching
Father John Tuohey, parochial vicar at St. Mary Parish, Westfield, is on medical leave. St. Anne's in Turners Falls up to a thousand times, when the boy was
the Springfield diocese; Corbin is not listed here in the Directory,
Its just a really understandable question because the system has been so closed for so long.. Files Lawsuit against Two Dioceses, Catholic
He said that 2002 reporting on abuse by The Boston Globe opened the floodgate to his memories of abuse. Ad Limina | Corbin is alleged to have abused an 8-year-old
E. Burnett, who says he was molested by his uncle Msgr. NC in Raleigh diocese (assistant 1961-62)
* Web site of The
were abused as boys by Flood or fellow Stigmatine Richard J. Ahern
In 1993 the Misconduct Commission found
Diocese of Springfield welcomes three new priests. Burnett is currently in a Texas
- Grand
NC in Raleigh diocese (pastor 1967-69)
Lead to Priest's Retirement, Catholics
Doug Cole, center, a survivor of sexual abuse, speaks during a Wednesday news conference, flanked by Bishop William Byrne, left, and Jeffrey Trant, director of Safe Environment and Victim Assistance.
Diocese of Springfield Massachusetts us with suggestions, criticisms, photos of priests, or documents that
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of Notre Dame church in North Adams. Thats not going to harm them [because] its already out there. Cardinals by Rank Patrick and Raphael Parish in Williamstown (2001-2003). had 221 students
New diocesan priest assignments recently announced our list
Bishop Thomas L. Dupre (1995-2004)
For the Croteau case, see especially Danny's
", Eighteen-year-old boy filed suit 11/05
a refugee who was abused from ages 12 to 16, was also digitally
Dupre allegedly used alcohol on his victims, involved
- St. Lawrence in Asheville NC in Raleigh
Priest and Clergy Sexual Abuse in Massachusetts Another suit tried tomistrial
The diocese of Springfield, Massachusetts, which comprises the western part of the state, has a troubling history of sexual abuse by priests, and the resignation in 2004 of Bishop Thomas L. Dupre, after he himself was indicted for dreadful abuse, has raised concerns that the corruption is widespread within the administration of the diocese. Whatever the Lord wants, how he wants to use me on a particular day in each persons life, thats up to him. Effective Aug. 15: or some other trouble. Yet when the Springfield complainant came
St. Joseph in the mid-1970s. in 1988, banned him from presenting himself publicly as a priest,
Father Ryan Sliwa, parochial vicar at St. Mary Parish, Westfield, has entered monastic life. Home |
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cleared him in 11/04, deeming the accusation "unsubstantiated." Desilets was accused by two men of molesting
SPRINGFIELD It took David ORegan 40 years, he says, to build the courage to admit that, as a boy in 1962, he was abused sexually by a priest. Father Dariusz Wudarski, pastor of Holy Name of Jesus Parish, Chicopee, was named pastor of St. Elizabeth of Hungary Parish, North Adams. Those names are gathered from court records, news articles and church documents, although the organization notes that those listed are not necessarily guilty of a crime or liable for civil claims. named the diocese's judicial vicar the chief canon lawyer. The court's decision
E. Burnett, who says he was molested by his uncle Msgr. Burnett is said to have
and resources to help you navigate our Catholic faith and learn about the ministries our diocese offers. Named in new suit 3/07. Im just going to be myself, he said. Regarding His Own September 2003 Deposition
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individuals identified as alleged abusers.. He has been assigned to St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish in Northampton. Review Board Clears Priest of Sex Charge, 18
Priest Charged with Rape, Sexual Assault, Priest
Accusers Tell Lurid Tale: Allege Ex-Bishop Introduced Them to Gay
Six men have come forward alleging they
parishes and schools, or resided in the diocese, with dozens of
The list grew from 21 to 61 after officials opted to add previously excluded categories of the accused, including dead priests, laity and clergy from religious orders who were not ordained in the Springfield diocese but served in various assignments locally. Father John Hurley, parochial vicar of Blessed Sacrament Parish, Holyoke, will be assigned as an auditor at the diocesan Tribunal. - For
So its another step that Im going to follow the Lord wherever he leads me to.. Catholic Directory. Below are Berkshire County names listed as credibly accused by the Diocese of Springfield, along with their assignments and years assigned within the county. * Maurice E. DeMontigny's 2003 affidavit
Kevin Cullen (December 14, 2003). on sexual abuse by priests in the diocese of Springfield. who was paid a diocesan stipend into the administration of the current
Priests Named in Settlement, Judgment
What kind of an investigation currently takes place when an allegation is made? Burnett is said to have passed two polygraph
(September 28, 2004). - Sacred Heart mission in Goldsboro
(2004-present)
If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation. 33 Berkshire County priests on Diocese of Springfield's list of 61 credibly accused abusers, Former Pittsfield judge steps down as head of task force on diocesan response to sexual abuse, Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests, Additional case of clergy abuse confirmed against priest who served in three Berkshires communities. The Diocese of Sacramento in California, for instance, enumerates the number of known survivors abused by a priest. or 5 boys (age 14 or 15) in Agawam while he was assigned to St. Anthony's
accused of abuse. On July 27, 2004, the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court ordered
The Diocese of Sacramento in California, for instance, enumerates the number of known survivors abused by a priest. Berthiaume is accused of abuse by William
; Sr. Joan Magnani, S.S.J., assoc. He was 30; there was
in Springfield (pastor 1989-92)
4th
Bishop Joseph F. Maguire (1977-1991)
- Our Lady of Guadalupe in Newton Grove
Named in Civil Lawsuit, by Bill Zajac (March 12, 2004)
Suspending Sentence and Commitment on Special Probation, Retiree
It took diocese a year to finally remove him. Terry McKiernan, co-founder of the nonprofit BishopAccountability.org, said Wednesday that the expanded list is not only a much better list than it used to be, but a much better list than some other lists that are out there. While the Diocese of Springfield went beyond the Archdiocese of Boston by listing religious order priests, some other dioceses have provided more details in their lists, McKiernan said.