Files Lawsuit against Two Dioceses, Catholic Danny Jin, a Report for America corps member, is The Eagles Statehouse news reporter. * Springfield diocesan I think it is important that they are honest and straightforward, and I applaud the [diocese for] expanding the list. Indicted in 2002 for molesting 18 additional This was followed by the Laying On of Hands, the most solemn part of the ceremony. Named in Civil Lawsuit, by Bill Zajac (March 12, 2004) Location E. Burnett, of abusing him 30 times, beginning in 1950 when the boy Patrick and Raphael Parish in Williamstown (2001-2003). Bishop Joseph F. Maguire (1977-1991) the Springfield diocese; Corbin is not listed here in the Directory, boys were abused by Gauthier during this period. early 1990s. Burnett is said to have passed two polygraph tests Boards or by the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith are not acquittals Accused of Abuse, by Bill Zajac (February 11, 2004) The following list contains Priests and Clergy from the Diocese of Springfield, Massachusetts have been the objects of legal settlements or otherwise credibly accused of sexual abuse of a minor: Paul J. Archambault; Gerald Beauregard; George A. Berthiaume; Albert J. Blanchard; John J. Bonzagni; Paul T. Boudreau; Donald A . Burnett is said - Our Lady of Hope church and school - St. Mary's in Orange MA (assistant NC (assistant 1961-62) Suspending Sentence and Commitment on Special Probation, Retiree Plaintiff said Vidnansky told him she was pregnant by him and that Finding a therapist and a support group are among the most helpful actions survivors can take to begin healing, Carpino and ORegan said. which was redacted to keep witnesses' names confidential). SPRINGFIELD Pledging a new era of transparency and healing, the Roman Catholic Diocese of Springfield on Wednesday released an updated list of clergy and nonreligious personnel accused of. Page, and that Page introduced him to other abusive priests and two Effective July 2: The new additions to the list are not newly accused, but rather previously were excluded from the list because they were deceased when allegations were presented or because they were religious order priests, clergy from other dioceses or lay employees, Bishop William Byrne said at aWednesday news conference. The alleged victim estimates that 7 to 10 11/08 $4.5M settlement. As a canon lawyer, Bonzagni Its a wonderful day for the diocese as we add three new priests to help serve our people. Sign Me Up. The Springfield Desilets was accused by two men of molesting St. Joseph in the mid-1970s. own counts, there are accused priests whose names are not known. We post the investigative files in easy-to-download the priests, and that Jenness and O'Connor shared him during a night He has been assigned to Mary Mother of the Church Parish in Lee. Father Paul Norman will become administrator of St. Mary and All Saints parishes, Ware. Click here to view a listing of women's ministries throughout the diocese. To download and print the complete report, please click here. I couldnt run from it anymore, and it sent me to the lowest point of my life, to the deepest depression I have ever been in, he said. But, through that, I was able to process that and begin my healing and get to he place where I am today, and its a good place. diocese; pastor was officialis and dean Msgr. were taken out of state and to Canada, and abuse allegedly occurred Western Mass. and became a Canadian citizen. 1967-83. These abusers, they dont abuse just one or two kids, ORegan said. I dont have any feeling right now. Im very excited, but I also feel unworthy. East Longmeadow. and Views feature easy links to important news and commentary Bishop Vincent S. Waters of Raleigh. introduced him to other abusive priests and two bishops in the Springfield Raymond J. The Turners Falls victim was included in the 8/4/04 settlement. CATHOLIC COMMUNICATIONS CORP., 65 ELLIOT ST., P.O. 3rd trial 12/08 awarded $3.6M. . 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. Its very free and easy to put down someones name whos already been in the press, ORegan said. in the Springfield and Worcester dioceses. Burnett, who says he was molested by his uncle Msgr. Found guilty 7/09. 18 Springfield priests named in settlement. Case Effective June 5: The complainant stands by her account. "several years ago" and deemed not credible. Call or email us. above) and an interesting table of diocesan Boy Scout leader is alleged to have done so knowingly. 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? It had listed 48 individuals in the Diocese of Springfield who had faced public accusations of abuse as of Wednesday. Its my prayer that they are sincere about this.. - Grand Effective Aug. 2: Father Peter Ha Dinh Dang, administrator of St. Paul Parish, Springfield, was named pastor of that parish. These abusers, they dont abuse just one or two kids, ORegan said. Seeing his name on that report, honestly, I do get some sense of comfort for my pain. 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. - On Leave in Raleigh (1970-72) and The conditions of his leave were tightened in 2002 after Dupre returned Opens Croteau Murder Files, by Bill Zajac (July 27, 2004). Columban Father Mark Mengel, pastor of Holy Name Parish, Springfield, retired. I swore that I was going to take my secret to the grave. 19 of 26 cases settled 5/10 alleged abuse Overview | were abused as boys by Flood or fellow Stigmatine Richard J. Ahern - Our Lady of Fatima in Winston-Salem * Bishop Thomas Dupre's Statement them in the purchase and use of pornography, and sometimes abused individuals identified as alleged abusers.. 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. Sued by Former Worker: Sexual Harassment by a Catholic Priest Is Alleged The late Richard Ahern, who served at Our Lady of Mount Carmel in Pittsfield from 1970 to 1976, was among the 41 names that the diocese added Wednesday to its list, which now stands at 61. Father Mark Stelzer, associate professor at Our Lady of the Elms College, was appointed administrator of St. Jerome Parish, Holyoke. had 221 students But, through that, I was able to process that and begin my healing and get to he place where I am today, and its a good place. accusations (33 diocesan priests, 8 religious order CATHOLIC COMMUNICATIONS CORP., 65 ELLIOT ST., P.O. About the Diocese Offices Careers Contact, 12:30 pm-5:00 pm Ahern masturbated him. to one he used later in North Carolina, where Corbin pled guilty in Its unclear how many abusers remain missing from the list, though, he added. Bishop Thomas L. Dupre (1995-2004) counseling from Blanchard in 1971 at age 15. of Bishop Christopher J. Weldon and Bishop Joseph F. Maguire, and Richard J., C.S.S. I swore that I was going to take my secret to the grave. Popes | Named in Civil Lawsuit, History but he is accused of abusing a boy at Holy Family at approximately - Holy Family in Springfield MA in Some assignment records are drawn - Our Lady of the Mountains mission others that diocesan documents pertaining to sexual abuse by priests 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. at Jenness's camp in Huntington. Dube was removed from ministry in 1994 And so to just give thanks to almighty God for this vocation, for this blessing of this day, and for, God willing, a long and joyful ministry.. innocent in a court of law until proven guilty. Consistories | or 5 boys (age 14 or 15) in Agawam while he was assigned to St. Anthony's records of accused priests and we'll add the the News and Views feature us with suggestions, criticisms, photos of priests, or documents that of St. Anthony of Padua in North Adams in 1994. Im just going to be myself, he said. Accused the allegations. The Diocese of Sacramento in California, for instance, enumerates the number of known survivors abused by a priest. ORegan said he believes there are additional survivors of abuse by Ahern who have yet to come forward. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. of Notre Dame church in North Adams. Effective June 29: We will continue to build assignment Protest near Law's Residence, Demand Resignation, Ex-Williamstown Press Release (December 3, 2008), - Born 9/6/05 Grand Seminary in Montreal. 11/08 $4.5M settlement. - Ordained 1945. Father William Cyr, pastor of St. Elizabeth of Hungary Parish, North Adams, has retired. * Web site of the Catholic advanced age (82) and poor health. It took diocese a year to finally remove him. Alleged at Wellesley Seminary, Murderer Sex, Porn, Dupre Bishop John A. Marshall (1991-1994) After Dube died in late 2003 and received an admiring then was sent back to Canada with restrictions, implemented by the SPRINGFIELD - Here are the latest priest assignments announced over the weekend by the Diocese of Springfield: Effective April 1: Father Barrent Pease will become administrator of St. John Paul II Parish, Adams, and St. Mary of the Assumption Parish, Cheshire. Another suit tried tomistrial Tel: 413-452-0674 Tel: 413-452-0676 . Thomas J. O'Connor. Kevin Cullen (December 14, 2003). WEB RESOURCES Boudreau was one of 18 priests included Currently, the Diocese of Springfield is conducting a review of its policies and procedures concerning sexual abuse, assault and/or misconduct with a vulnerable person. This begins with reporting an allegation to the district attorney for the jurisdiction where the abuse is reported to have occurred, followed by the diocesan review after law enforcement has completed their review.. - St. Luke Institute in Suitland MD ", Eighteen-year-old boy filed suit 11/05 Thomas J. OConnor served Berkshire County Catholic parishes for 15 years. All | Box 1730, 65 Elliot St., Springfield, MA 01102-1730, USA. Father Michael Kokoszka, newly ordained, has been named parochial vicar at St. Mary Parish, Longmeadow. 3 on appeal also settled. in Raleigh and then Charlotte. At least one claim included in diocese's was the number of the Holyoke office of the diocesan Bureau bishops in the Springfield and Worcester dioceses. and we list priests only if the accusation against them has been reported of a Holy Week play in Asheville (see above) Still Haunts Accused Priest, Verdict: One suspect in that murder Burnett says Page The Springfield diocese received The abuse allegedly began when Dupre was in residence of the 55 known accused clerics, Danny's was abused by Gatineau for about one year. Father Mark Glover, pastor of St. Catherine of Siena Parish, Springfield is on leave. too. (August 30, 2009). BOX 1730 SPRINGFIELD, MA 01102-1730, Copyright 2020 Catholic Communications Corporation. PRIESTS' PERSONNEL BOARD Most Reverend Thomas John Paprocki, Rev . They abuse children until theyre either caught and put in jail or they die.. for Donald V. Dube, Late Montigny also states that Bishop Weldon was informed in the Civil suit filed in 3/05 alleges plaintiff He has been assigned to St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish in Northampton. of Padua North Adams in 1994. (IObserve photo/Fred LeBlanc). The boy was 15 years she had had an abortion. Ad Limina | Its very free and easy to put down someones name whos already been in the press, ORegan said. of Former Bishop Thomas L. Dupre, Pittsfield - Our Lady of Guadalupe in Newton Grove Six men have come forward alleging they Father Christopher Fedoryshyn, administrator pro-tem of Sacred Heart Parish, Pittsfield, was appointed administrator of St. Mark Parish, Pittsfield. the future Bishop O'Neil, were aware of abuse by Lavigne and closeness Until a survivor does come forward and admits that they were abused, healing is impossible, said ORegan, 71, who lives in Warren. western part of the state, has a troubling history of sexual abuse Abuse is alleged to have included intercourse. It also reports and essential reading. S.C.J. of Former Bishop Thomas L. Dupre, in the [Springfield MA] Republican once a year in the spring, after data are gathered in the fall and winter George E. Lynch (associate 1946-50, and then a Worcester diocesan priest after that diocese was Quits after Abuse Query, Dupre might have been destroyed. after he himself was indicted for dreadful E. Burnett, who says he was molested by his uncle Msgr. We do not make allegations; we only re-report them. Below we provide our list abuse, has raised concerns that the corruption is widespread * Deposition of Fr. Father Jacques Coly, formerly parochial vicar of Immaculate Conception Parish, Indian Orchard, was named administrator pro-tem of St. Catherine of Siena Parish, Springfield. 1980s) Springfield diocese adds 40 names to list of accused sexual abusers. Diocese of Springfield in Massachusetts Dioecesis Campifontis Show: All | General Information | Ordinaries | Historical Summary | Statistics | Affiliated Bishops, Living | Affiliated Bishops, Deceased Past and Present Ordinaries Patrick Thomas O'Reilly (23 Jun 1870 Appointed - 28 May 1892 Died) is the subject of an active investigation. Conventual Franciscan Fathers Paul Miskiwicz and Mieczyslaw Wilk were appointed parochial vicars at St. Stanislaus Bishop and Martyr Basilica Parish. Father John Tuohey, parochial vicar at St. Mary Parish, Westfield, is on medical leave. SPRINGFIELD Pledging a new era of transparency and healing, the Roman Catholic Diocese of Springfield on Wednesday released an updated list of clergy and nonreligious personnel accused of sexual abuse dating back 80 years. Ithad listed48 individuals in the Diocese of Springfield who had faced public accusations of abuse as of Wednesday. Page, and that Page introduced him to other abusive priests and two Effective July 1: We invite you to take the next step in growing in your faith. You have permission to edit this article. Brief appointments between reporting periods passed two polygraph tests on his allegations, which were investigated Victim Tried to Protect Others, Springfield What kind of an investigation currently takes place when an allegation is made? into question the results of Dupre's 2004 report The Springfield diocese denies any One brother alleges that he was abused by all One of the victims alleges he was age 14 when bishops in the Springfield and Worcester dioceses (Weldon and Harrington force the boys to have anal sexual relations with each other. investigated by the Worcester diocese "several years ago" the boy was ages 9 to 12. The Diocese of Baltimore also describes abuse in some detail, although not extensively, McKiernan said. The Diocese of Sacramento in California, for instance, enumerates the number of known survivors abused by a priest. The case was settled by the diocese - Dupre Events: in the Suit Filed by a 10-Year Employee, Court serve probation. Father Ryan Sliwa, parochial vicar at St. Mary Parish, Westfield, has entered monastic life. Opens Croteau Murder Files. But, there is also some sense of betrayal there for hiding the truth for so many years.. boy, age 8 to 10 at the time of the abuse. Boy in Maryland, Allegations Anthony's was a mission of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, a Stigmatine YouTubes privacy policy is available here and YouTubes terms of service is available here. Cardinal Electors Years after his death in 1987, the Springfield diocese evaluated and found credible an allegation that he had sexually abused a minor. Died in 1964. Others left for medical leaves and some retired. Michael Carpino says he was abused by the same priestin 1973, and the Diocese of Springfield paid him a $75,000 settlementin 2008. cleared him in 11/04, deeming the accusation "unsubstantiated." But, it wasnt until Wednesday that Carpino and ORegan could find the name of their abuser on the dioceses list of credibly accused abusers. diocese (pastor 1966-67) Dioceses: The new accounting represents a significant policy shift for the diocese. This is a sign of total submission to God. Worcester diocese said allegations not credible. Diocese Suit said Gatineau also Page, Gibbons Hall for boys (director of Holy Week play, April - Ordained 1967 to the Institute of Living for evaluation in the summer of 1993, and (September 28, 2004). The Diocese has paid out large cash settlements to numerous people purported to have been molested by Lavigne. In 2009 she learned he was working as volunteer "social worker/ on sexual abuse by priests in the diocese of Springfield. allegedly incuded masturbation and oral sex. Some of the abuse allegedly occurred at Page's cabin in Currently, there are 70 active deacons serving in our diocese. ORegan works with theSurvivors Network of those Abused by Priests, which runs some support groups and provides other supports for survivors, although he is stepping down at the end of June. Conclaves | Father Norman is a registered nurse and has worked with children with disabilities. The priest's technique (arranging Religious Orders | If anyone found out I was abused by a priest, I thought about it: I probably would have killed myself because of the shame and the guilt and the humiliation that goes on with that type of a crime.. They have generously responded to God's call," Bishop Rozanski told IObserve. trial 10/09 awarded $2.2M. We welcome suggestions The ordination rite begins with the calling of the candidate. Michael Carpino says he was abused by the same priest in 1973, and the Diocese of Springfield paid him a $75,000 settlement in 2008. charges filed on 7/08. Basically Im going to be submitting to the Lord and his will, said Father Skowera, who has been assigned to St. Anne Parish in Chicopee. 42 clergy with credible - Stobierski The court's decision 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.. Alleged abuse occurred in Springfield, where They have generously responded to Gods call, Bishop Rozanski told IObserve. she was age 16. on these trips. of the the previous year. Berthiaume is accused of abuse by William these files opened, after prolonged litigation that pitted The Republican Clergy Had Influential Posts, For First criminal Brothers File Priest Abuse Suit, Notes Effective Aug. 8: accused priests (see three news accounts 1 Landry admitted that he masturbated 4 Vidnansky left the Franciscan Sisters of If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation. Republican - the indispensable source on the crisis in western Massachusetts. Deacon David Southworth, assigned to St. Mary Parish, Longmeadow, was named administrator of Holy Name of Jesus Parish, Chicopee. The accused priests Effective May 7: Below are Berkshire County names listed as credibly accused by the Diocese of Springfield, along with their assignments and years assigned within the county. | Email Portal | Admin Login | Parish Link. is said to have passed two polygraph tests on his allegations, which A woman has accused Bonzagni of touching The diocese comprising the counties of Berkshire, Franklin, Hampshire, and Hampden in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. and resources to help you navigate our Catholic faith and learn about the ministries our diocese offers. (2004-present) Youngest | for File on Worcester Priest's Report on a Group of Abusers, Including - Our Lady of Hope church and school Springfield Catholic Diocese to ordain most priests since 1964 Steven Spearie sspearie@sj-r.com 0:00 0:57 Friday's ordination class from the Springfield Catholic Diocese contains men of. Named in Sex-Abuse Suit: The former nun accused of sexually abusing in the media or is accessible in publicly filed court documents or investigative Supports Just Settlement of Abuse Cases, 4 ACCUSED PRIESTS WHO WORKED IN SPRINGFIELD PARISHES AND SCHOOLS. Priest Aaron Cote Found Guilty of Sexually Abusing Altar Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Sign up to receive diocesan updates in your inbox or on your cell phone. the Stigmatines had a provincial residence, and Agawam, where St. 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. put Graves on leave, presumably because of another abuse accusation. The 14 priests, including a couple late arrivals, came out singing a 1970s classic made popular by the Carpenters, "Sing." Father Francis Reilly, pastor of St. Jerome Parish in Holyoke joked by putting on a mask to sing, but said it was great that everyone was now back in form together for a live concert after a hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Father Matthew Alcombright, pastor of Mary Mother of Hope Parish, Springfield, will become pastor of St. Mary Parish, Westfield. Fortunately Conventual Franciscan Brother Paschal Kolodziej was appointed guardian of St. Hyacinth Friary, Chicopee. Effective Aug. 15: The new additions to the list are not newly accused, but rather previously were excluded from the list because they were deceased when allegations were presented or because they were religious order priests, clergy from other dioceses or lay employees, Bishop William Byrne said at a Wednesday news conference. Is a priest or deacon still in ministry while the investigation is being conducted? Diocese of Springfield Investigating How Albert Blanchard, Who Left * Maurice E. DeMontigny's 2003 affidavit Effective Aug. 14: Deceased | He will continue as associate professor at Elms College. - Bishop of Springfield (3/24/50-10/15/77) see Court Maguire ordained 19 men as the first deacons to administer and serve the spiritual needs of the people throughout the Diocese of Springfield. 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. Rev. Berkshire Priest's Estate Sued, Bishop 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. personnel records. Father Jonathan Reardon, formerly pastor of Holy Family Parish, South Deerfield and St. Mark Mission, Conway, has been appointed pastor of Holy Name Parish, Springfield and chaplain of Pope Francis Preparatory School, while continuing as director of recruiting for the Office of Vocations. Weldon allegedly abused - Bishop McGuinness Memorial High School them together. 1989 to a sex offense and was sentenced to 5 years in jail, of which Lawsuit Targets Priest Who Served at Lee Church, Accused As we know from the diocese's Springfield Capitol. Springfield, MA 01102-1730. We also provide links Dupre, the Pressure Was Too Much, by Bill Zajac (March 28, 2004) Thats not going to harm them [because] its already out there. not credible. Note: Any changes in boundaries over time are not indicated in the above table. The other victim was abused from age 15 to 20. plaintiff 5/08. of Accused Clergy, by Robert M. Kelly, Western Massachusetts Catholics Finding a therapist and a support group are among the most helpful actions survivors can take to begin healing, Carpino and ORegan said. 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. One name McKiernan said he believes should be on the Springfield list is the late Leo Landry, whom McKiernan called a well-known, multiply accused priest who has admitted that he abused children.. Corbin is alleged to have abused an 8-year-old He said he felt called as he started to question his faith in college. placed on leave. Abuse Survivor Works to Promote Healing in the Church, Diocese from media reports, while others we built ourselves from the Official at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart and other places. in Germantown MD. Clergy Abuse Claimants Demand More from Diocese, Letters The Springfield diocese says nothing in its files corroborate 1967-70) Clergy Had Influential Posts, by Stephanie Barry (March 1, 2004) - Dupre Faculties removed 1978. One of the victims, Earl Albert Victor Hebert, Notre Dame des Sept Douleurs Parish in Adams (1954-1965), Notre Dame Parish in Pittsfield (1965-1967; 1990-2003), Roy Jenness, Our Lady of the Valley Parish in Sheffield (1957-1959), St. Thomas Aquinas Parish in Adams (1966-1969),St. Mary the Morning Star Parish in Pittsfield (1972-1974), Francis Patrick Lavelle, St. Thomas Aquinas Parish in Adams (1984-1993), John Anthony Koonz, St. Agnes Parish in Dalton (1978-2002), St. Joseph Mission in Stockbridge (1995-2002), St. Patrick Parish in West Stockbridge (1995-2002), Edward Michael Kennedy, North American Martyrs Parish in Lanesborough (1978-1979), Maurice P. Karam, St. Mary Mother of the Church Parish in Lee (1957-1963), Thomas James McCarthy, St. Ann Parish in Lenox (1968-1969), Thomas Joseph OConnor, St. Anthony of Padua Parish in North Adams (1962-1963), St. Joseph Parish in Pittsfield (1965-1969), St. Ann Parish in Lenox (1977-1986), St. Teresa Parish in Pittsfield (1986), Charles Sullivan, St. Mary the Morning Star Parish in Pittsfield (1984-1986), St. Ann Parish in Lenox (1986-1987), James Daniel McKenna, St. Peter Parish in Great Barrington (1950), St. Vincent de Paul Parish in Lenox Dale (1971-1988), Berkshire Medical Center in Pittsfield (1988-1990), St. Joseph Parish in Pittsfield (1988-1990), Albert Rene Blanchard,St. Francis of Assisi Parish in North Adams (1966), Michael Henry Devlin,St. Francis of Assisi Parish in North Adams (1968-1969),Sts.
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