Diocese of Alexandria Weve linked those stories below. Father Peter Faulk is appointed Pastoral Administrator of St. Margaret Church, Boyce, St. Cyril Chapel, Flatwoods and St. Margaret Mary Chapel, Gorum, while retaining his position as Judicial Vicar of the Diocese of Alexandria. Gagns file in 2019 showed evidence of multiple allegations of sexual misconduct and abuse of male minors dating back to the 1980s. Please know that I am ready to meet with any victim in this healing process. This form goes to the Diocese of Alexandria Communications Office. Sepsi was born in 1930 and would be 88 at the time of this letter. Fr. https://www.diocesealex.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Diocesan-Policy-Concerning-Sexual-Abuse-of-Minors1-2.pdf, For the Diocese of Alexandrias Code of Pastoral Conduct for Priests, Deacons, Pastoral Ministers, Administrators, Staff and Volunteers: . Dr. Lee Kneipp, Victims Assistance Coordinator, Team of Personnel File Reviewers: The accusation was deemed credible. 4. powered by . Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux. The evidence was presented to the Permanent Review Board in August 2019 and the allegations were deemed credible. Louisiana Coalition of Domestic Violence. His whereabouts are unknown. During this period, victims can file a claim no matter how long ago the sexual abuse happened. (Check-in for recipients is from 1:30 - 1:50 PM). Thank you for reaching out to us. This evidence was presented to the Permanent Review Board in 2019 and the allegations were deemed credible. Andries was convicted and sentenced. HB 492 increased the legal rights for child sexual abuse survivors, including individuals abused by clergy members. Victims Assistance Coordinator Boyer died on May 29, 1988 at the age of 60. Dekeukelare was removed from public ministry. 8. Allisons file in 2019 showed evidence corroborating the allegation. Lyons case was referred to the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith in Rome and ecclesiastical penalties were imposed in 2013. Enfinger, E. (2020, July 19). Gilbert Gauthe of the Diocese of Lafayette shined a light into the darkness of this evil in the life of the Church. Fr. The evidence was presented to the Permanent Review Board in 2019 and the allegations were deemed credible. Fr. This action has been done to offer the people of this diocese a complete record of those clerics that have been credibly accused of the sexual abuse of minors. Most Reverend David P. Talley, M.S.W., J.C.D. Valez-Lopezs case was sent to the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith in Rome. If asking a question about a church, school or ministry, please state the name. He is a recipient of Martindale-Hubbells prestigious AV Preeminent Rating. Dekeukelares file in 2019 showed evidence of an allegation of sexual misconduct and abuse of a male minor dating back to 1982. An allegation of sexual misconduct and abuse of a male minor dating back to the mid-1970s was reported to the Diocese of Alexandria on February 6, 2019. Allegations of sexual misconduct and abuse of female minors dating back to 1956 was brought before the Permanent Review Board in 2004 and after investigation the allegations were deemed credible. Fr. +JMJ+ Sure, every single diocese in the United States is required by Rome to have at least one Exorcist (other than the Bishop who is automatically the chief exorcist for the diocese.) Leo Van Hoorn, was among 27 named in a February 2019 letter from Bishop David P. Talley as having credible accusations of sexual abuse against minors. Chaplain, CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini Hospital, Chaplain, VAMC/Diocesan Boy Scouts Chaplain, Pastor and Exec. Couvillion died in 1978. Sexual abuse is a serious crime and must be treated as such. 10. If you are looking for basic needs assistance, please contact Catholic Charities of Central LA. If you are a victim of sexual abuse, please contact your local law enforcement agency. Fr. Joseph Tisch died in 2007 publically separated from the Church. Senesac died in 1966. This was done with a view to publish a list of the names of those clergy (bishops, priests and deacons), living and deceased, who we believe could be credibly accused of sexual abuse of minors. The evidence was presented to the Permanent Review Board in 2019 and the allegations were deemed credible. Phone: 318-542-9805, Amy Cordon | Child and Youth Protection Officer 1. Father Irion St. Romain is appointed Pastor of the Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, Natchitoches. Since the adoption of the United States Conference of Catholic BishopsCharter for the Protection of Children and Young Peoplein 2002, the Dallas Charter, our diocese has urged victims of clergy sexual abuse of minors to come forward and many have. The evidence was presented to the Permanent Review Board in January 7, 2020 and the allegations were deemed credible. Survivors of sexual violence, such as child sexual abuse, often suffer long-term effects related to their trauma. Fr. Many Catholic clergy members in Louisiana have been accused of sexually abusing children. For example, in July 2020, a clergy abuse survivor filed a lawsuit against the Diocese of Shreveport. This form goes to the Diocese of Alexandria Communications Office. 1910.08.06: Established as Diocese of Alexandria / Alexandrin(us) (Latin) (from the suppressed Diocese of Natchitoches and became suffragan of New Orleans) While we live with the reality of evil, it is my hope that none of us will ever lose sight of the victory that has been won for us by Our Lord, Jesus Christ. (3) Priests with the Lafayette diocese who had credible accusations filed by an adult victim Paul Metrejean (Acadia, Calcasieu, Iberia, St. Landry, St. Martin, Vermilion Parishes) Grady J . Please know that I am ready to meet with any victim in this healing process. Fr. Retrieved July 22, 2021. If asking a question about a church, school or ministry, please state the name. Dekeukelare was removed from public ministry. Allegations of sexual abuse of a boy dating to 1973 was brought before a Permanent . While this process of review and publication is not a declaration of guilt, it is our best assessment of all the evidence available to us at this time. (2022, July 1). According to his obituary, he was a native of Rayne. Valez-Lopez was removed from public ministry in the Diocese of Alexandria. This form goes to the Diocese of Alexandria Communications Office. Answer (1 of 9): Where in the U.S. is there a real, true Catholic exorcist? Nearly all of them had ties to the Shreveport-Bossier City area, according to a . This publication of the names of the clerics listed above is not a declaration of their guilt. Retrieved July 22, 2021. Review of Fr. In many cases, survivors who accepted settlements from the archdiocese were not allowed to disclose the monetary amount of the settlement. Rev. Rogges file in 2019 showed evidence of an allegation of sexual misconduct and abuse of a male minor dating back to 1985. To insure the most thorough process of examination in these cases, a special ad-hoc committee of the Review Board was established to review all the case histories of the Review Board from its inception up to the present day, along with all the information gleaned from the file review. All Saints Church 620 North Cedar Bluff Road Knoxville, TN 37923-2229 865-531-0770 St. Catherine Laboure Church 115 East Main Street, PO Box 1165 A system of examination was established by which every file held by our Diocese of Alexandria would be reviewed by two sets of examiners: one comprised of the chancellor and vice-chancellor and one comprised of laity from our Permanent Review Board and other lay readers appointed by me. Review of Fr. The faithful 9. For example, during the course of six years, the New Orleans Archdiocese reportedly paid more than $3 million to survivors of one abusive clergy member. A priest of the Congregation of Capuchin Religious Tertiaries of Our Lady of Sorrows. The FBI may decide to file criminal charges against abusive priests and the archdiocese. Department of Children and Family Services. You will find our stories about the Baton Rouge, Houma-Thibodaux and New Orleans lists on that page, as well as all of our stories related to this issue. Donohoes resignation as pastor and he was removed from active ministry in 1966. Fr. On examination, in regard to these deceased clerics, enough written evidence was reviewed case by case to believe that accusations against them are, in all likelihood, credible. Bishop Greco asked for and received Fr. Fr. Three of the priests on this list: John Wesley Andries, Gilbert Gauthe and Norman Rogge, also served in Lafayette and are on The List that KATC has published. 17 north Louisiana priests accused of sexually abusing children prior to 1986. This Mass honors those priests celebrating significant anniversaries of their priestly ordination: Fr. Sexual abuse is a serious crime and must be treated as such. Allegations of sexual misconduct and abuse of male minors dating from the 1970s were brought before the Permanent Review Board in 2004. Father Ryan Humphries is re-appointed Pastor of St. Edward the Confessor Church, Tallulah. 2023 Diocese of Alexandria. Donohoes file in 2019 showed evidence of multiple allegations of sexual misconduct and abuse of male minors dating from the 1960s. St. Joseph Catholic Center | 4400 Coliseum Blvd. Alexandria Ultra Suite, Merrillville, IN 46410. If any allegation is made against a living cleric, national and diocesan protocols, in place since 2002, become applicable. A careful examination of this publication will show that most of these clergy were deceased before any investigation of allegations against them could be made according to the standards implemented by theCharter for the Protection of Children and Young People(2002). Father Dale Meade is appointed Pastor of Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, Pineville. Thank you! The Most Reverend Robert W. Marshall, Jr., Bishop of Alexandria, has made the following clergy appointments, effective on July 1, 2022: Father John Brocato, formerly Pastoral Administrator, is appointed Pastor of St. Joseph Church, Colfax, and St. Patrick Church, Montgomery, while retaining his position as Executive Director of Catholic Charities of Central Louisiana. This was done with a view to publish a list of the names of those clergy (bishops, priests and deacons), living and deceased, who we believe could be credibly accused of sexual abuse of minors. Thank you! Ron Meneo is the managing partner of The Meneo Law Group. These cases cover decades of abuse allegations. Archdiocese of New Orleans. In publishing this list, it is not our intent to re-victimize those who have already been so wounded by the actions of some clerics who served in our diocese over the past one hundred sixty-five years. A priest of the Congregation of Capuchin Religious Tertiaries of Our Lady of Sorrows. Lousiana lawmakers passed a bill to eliminate the legal deadline for child sex abuse claims. Fr. I believe, together with all the members of the Permanent Review Board, that we have done what we can to present as truthful and as thorough a record of the alleged instances of sexual abuse by clerics against minors during our long history. Mustian, J. If suspected abuse is related to a diocesan/church/school program, or if abuse occurred by anyone acting in Church services, a report should then also be made to the diocesan Victims Assistance Coordinator, Dr. Lee Kneipp, Clinical Psychologist at 318-542-9805. An allegation of sexual misconduct and abuse of male minors dating back to the mid-1960s was reported to the Diocese of Alexandria in August 2019. Fr. The window closes on July 31, 2024, so survivors should file a claim soon. Fr. Allen resigned from active ministry in 2005. Teacle died in 1969. Msgr. Mathews left active ministry on a leave of absence in 1998. The Diocese of Alexandria was informed of the investigation by the Archdiocese of Baltimore in 2016 and Fr. Below you will find the entire text of the Bishop's letter, as posted on the diocese website here. HB 492 eliminates the prior statute that required a survivor of child sex abuse to file an abuse claim before they turned 28 years of age. Gremillion died in 1973. In the last sixteen years our Diocesan Permanent Review Board, composed of both laity and clergy, has reviewed all allegations made against clerics, diocesan and religious, and laity, living and deceased. Pastoral Administrator and Director of Vocations for the Diocese of Alexandria. When this occurs, the police are notified and our Victims Assistance Coordinator begins his service to the victim while an assessor begins an investigation for the Permanent Review Board. C: The following name is that of a Diocesan priest, now deceased, incardinated in another diocese accused of sexual misconduct while serving in the Diocese of Alexandria: Priest of the Diocese of Lafayette in Louisiana Tremblays file in 2019 showed further evidence of sexual misconduct and abuse of male minors. Fr. Couvillions file in 2019 revealed multiple allegations of sexual misconduct and abuse of male minors dating back to the 1950s. To gain perspective on this evil chapter in the life of our diocese, it is important to look at a chronology of the credible accusations made against 27 out of over 535 clerics who have served the diocese since its founding. Some of the names below are of living clerics. The priests identified by the diocese are: Father Edward Allen; St. Theresa in Shreveport and St. Lucy in Hodge. 42 priests (diocesan), 2 deacons, 187 lay religious (39 brothers, 148 sisters) (2020) History. Fr. It is only by shedding light on our past that we as the Church in central Louisiana can move forward in hope of healing and strength. Diocese of Alexandria, et al is now pending in Nineteenth Judicial Circuit . It is our continued hope that anyone who has been abused will come forward to speak the truth and seek the healing that all desire. Dcn. His scheduled ordination to the priesthood was cancelled in light of the evidence and he was encouraged to seek laicization by Bishop Friend. <p> Meet Our Seminarians, Priests and Religious It can be easy to think that our seminarians, priests, brothers and sisters have always been the way they are now: wearing a habit or collar, and prayerfully striving for holiness. Review of Fr. Religious Priests Total Priests Catholics Per Priest Permanent Deacons Male Religious Female Religious Parishes Source; Diocese of Alexandria in Ontario: 1950: 42,300: 63,500: 66.6%: 43: 7: 50: 846: 36: 212: 29: Allegations of sexual misconduct and abuse of male minors dating back to the 1950s and 1960s were brought before the Permanent Review Board in 2003 and again in 2005. This list does not include diocesan staff or volunteers facing abuse claims. But, from an exhaustive review, the evidence of allegations brought against each cleric was deemed to be credible based on the materials examined. Lyons was removed from active ministry in 2006. Hannon was incardinated in the Diocese of Brooklyn in New York in 1982. Viviano is currently suffering from the advanced stages of dementia and was not capable of participating in the review of this most recent allegation. Review of Fr. 1741: Established as Apostolic Vicariate of Alexandria / Alexandrin(us) Coptorum (Latin) When this occurs, the police are notified and our Victims Assistance Coordinator begins his service to the victim while an assessor begins an investigation for the Permanent Review Board. Fortiers file in 2019 revealed an allegation of sexual misconduct and abuse of a male minor dating back to 1954. This evil can only be purged through a vigilant process that is transparent to the public. Franklin left the diocese in 1973. Thank you! Nearly 30 lawsuits against the Archdiocese of New Orleans were paused when the archdiocese filed for bankruptcy protection. Diocese: Diocese of Alexandria LA. Sepsis file in 2019 showed evidence of multiple allegations of sexual misconduct and abuse of male minors dating back to the 1960s. 1:23. Remembering Christ, Who is our Light, I ask all of us to continue to be vigilant in our efforts to safeguard our children and youth. Sepsi was born in 1930 and would be 88 at the time of this letter. The evidence was present to the Permanent Review Board in 2019 and the allegations were deemed credible. The Roman Catholic Diocese of Alexandria-Cornwall (Latin: Dioecesis Alexandrina-Cornubiensis) was a Roman Catholic diocese that comprised the easternmost part of the Province of Ontario.The diocese was created by Pope Leo XIII on January 23, 1890. Viviano died on February 27, 2020 at the age of 91. This action has been done to offer the people of this diocese a complete record of those clerics that have been credibly accused of the sexual abuse of minors. Paul Kunnumpuram, 45 years . Valez-Lopezs case was sent to the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith in Rome. Rogers was born in 1930 and would be 88 at the time of this letter. Fr. Thank you! Fr. It is my hope that by constant vigilance and awareness we may prevent this tragedy from ever happening again. Fr. Father Johannes Busch will be on a temporary leave as parochial vicar of Saint Maria Goretti Parish in San Jose to work in his home Diocese of Mainz, Germany.. Father Jonathan Cuarto - parochial vicar of Saint Clare Parish in Santa Clara will go on a temporary leave of absence effective April 10, 2022. Gilbert Gauthe of the Diocese of Lafayette shined a light into the darkness of this evil in the life of the Church. The archdiocese is facing a growing number of clergy abuse lawsuits. Twenty-seven priests ordained or serving in the Diocese of Alexandria were found to have credible accusations of sexual abuse against minors in an investigation by the diocese. SOLs vary based on the jurisdiction, the crime and the intended legal action (i.e., criminal charges versus a civil claim). Terry . Review of Deacon Raymond Jones file in 2019 showed evidence of sexual misconduct and abuse of a male minor dating from 1982. In 2002, the archdiocese removed him from work involving regular contact with community members. Viviano died on February 27, 2020 at the age of 91. 1741: Established as Apostolic Vicariate of Alexandria / Alexandrin(us) Coptorum (Latin) Van Hoorn was suspended from active ministry by Bishop Graves in 1979. Review of Fr. Franklin died in Alabama in 1986. Bressler died in 1990. Still, one instance of abuse is one too many. An allegation of sexual misconduct and abuse of a male minor dating back to 1962 was brought before the Permanent Review Board in 2004. Currently, any survivor can file a civil claim of child sexual abuse in the state of Louisiana. Rogges file in 2019 showed evidence of an allegation of sexual misconduct and abuse of a male minor dating back to 1985. Remembering Christ, Who is our Light, I ask all of us to continue to be vigilant in our efforts to safeguard our children and youth. Fr. The site is sponsored by law firms. In the 1980s, the public prosecution of Fr. Father Martin Laird is re-appointed Pastor of Mater Dolorosa Church, Plaucheville. Someone will review your message soon. Review of Fr. Bresslers file in 2019 showed evidence corroborating the allegations. Civil charges were brought and Fr. Father Jason Gootee is appointed Pastor of St. Mary Church, Winnsboro, and St. John Church, Columbia and Parochial Administrator of St. William Church, Olla. If you are looking for basic needs assistance, please contact Catholic Charities of Central LA. They were not born that way! The evidence was presented to the Permanent Review Board in 2019 and the allegations were deemed credible. The evidence was presented to the Permanent Review Board in 2019 and the allegations were deemed credible. All Rights Reserved. The evidence was presented to the Permanent Review Board in 2019 and the allegations were deemed credible. The allegations were deemed credible. We must never forget the damage that has been done to the victims, their families and to the whole Body of Christ which is the Church. Fr. Richard Mitchell, Vice - Chancellor. All priests accused of abuse who served in these parishes are listed under the Alexandria Diocese. The evidence was presented to the Permanent Review Board in 2019 and the allegations were deemed credible. Contact us today at 855-485-1673 or send an email to find out your legal options. Fr. Van Hoorn was suspended from active ministry by Bishop Graves in 1979. Fr. (N.D.) Sexual Abuse by U.S. Catholic Clergy. Lyons died on March 13, 2019. Fr. History. The following is a list of priests, religious and other persons who have been credibly accused of sexual abuse of minors and who have served in parishes or institutions of the church located within the territorial limits of the Diocese of Gallup. For three years, survivors of childhood sexual abuse can file a lawsuit against an abuser or an entity that covered up abuse, regardless of when the abuse took place. If asking a question about a church, school or ministry, please state the name. Daniel Corkery, 66 years; Msgr. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Review of Fr. An allegation of sexual misconduct and abuse of a male minor dating back to 1961 was brought before the Permanent Review Board in 2004. The following names are those of clergy duly incardinated or at one time serving in the Diocese of Alexandria accused of sexual misconduct and abuse of minors by allegations brought by victims or by written testimony: Review of Deacon Raymond Jones file in 2019 showed evidence of sexual misconduct and abuse of a male minor dating from 1982. | Alexandria, LA 71303, Office of Religious Education and Faith Formation, The Joy and Promise of the Holy Eucharist, Applying for Jobs in the Catholic Schools of the Diocese of Alexandria, Catholic Foundation of North-Central Louisiana, The Jesuit Spirituality Center at St. Charles College, USCCB Justice, Peace, and Human Development. This form goes to the Diocese of Alexandria Communications Office. For people abused as children before the law changed, Louisiana has an open look back window that revives most child sexual abuse claims. Review of Fr. Fr. Teacle died in 1969. The archdiocese gave two reasons for its decision: In September 2020, the U.S. Bankruptcy Court set a bar date for abuse claims against the dioceses. Such cases have been brought forward for review according to national and diocesan protocols and procedures. When the filing deadline closed, nearly 400 survivors had filed claims. If any allegation is made against a living cleric, national and diocesan protocols, in place since 2002, become applicable. Deacon Jones was suspended from active ministry when the allegation was made known in 1986. On Leave. Settlements were made in 2004 and in 2005. You may be unable to find the priest you are looking for within our Louisiana list of accused clergy members for several reasons: Even if you are unable to locate your abuser in our database, you may still be able to file a lawsuit against them. Dir. Fr. (N.D.) OFFICE OF SAFE ENVIRONMENT. Fr. If you need a lawyer because you were sexually abused by a priest in Louisiana, contact our office today. For more information, contact Jessica Arbour by email or at 888-283-9922. Allegations of sexual misconduct and abuse of male minors dating from the 1970s were brought before the Permanent Review Board in 2004. Attorney Advertising. This represents all existing records of clergy who have served in the diocese since its establishment to the date of this publication. During the Louisiana Priests' Convention, held this week in New Orleans, the bishops of the New Orleans Province - representing all seven dioceses of Louisiana - gathered at St. Louis Cathedral to concelebrate Mass Sept. 20 with the priests of the state. Additionally, survivors have named Allison in abuse allegations in New Mexico, California and Arizona. Coptic Diocese of Alexandria Egypt. For additional information on the policies that govern the matters discussed above, please visit The evidence was presented to the Permanent Review Board in 2019 and the allegation were deemed credible. | Alexandria, LA 71303, Office of Religious Education and Faith Formation, The Joy and Promise of the Holy Eucharist, Applying for Jobs in the Catholic Schools of the Diocese of Alexandria, Msgr. Montreal Rd, Cornwall ON K6H 1B4 * 613-933-1138 Login. Father Peter Kuligowski is granted permission to extend his leave of absence. Fr. The alleged abuse took place long before the Diocese of Shreveport was formed. Eight lay people, including three members of the Permanent Review Board and seven members of the clergy assisted me in reviewing 535 files of clergy who have served in the diocese since its establishment in 1853. Sepsi left the diocese and active ministry in 1967. The evidence was presented to the Permanent Review Board in 2019 and the allegation was deemed credible. Thank you for reaching out to us. Father Blake Deshautelle is appointed Pastor of St. Paul the Apostle Church, Mansura and Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church, Mansura. Seventeen priests who served in north Louisiana were accused of sexually abusing minors before 1986. These 27 cases represent roughly 5% of the number of clerics who have served in central Louisiana. Carol Hirchak Fr. Rogers was laicized in 1974. The evidence was presented to the Permanent Review Board in 2019 and the allegations were deemed credible. The allegation was deemed credible and a settlement was made with the victim in 2005. With more than 40 years of experience, he represents clients across the country on a variety of complex legal matters, including personal injury due to institutional sexual abuse, unsafe pharmaceutical drugs and other practice areas. D: The following names are those of religious priests, living and deceased, accused of sexual misconduct with minors while serving in the Diocese of Alexandria: A priest of the Congregation of the Immaculate Heart of Mary. Reverend Paul A. Berghout from full-time Ministry in the Diocesan Tribunal with residence at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish in Arlington to Parochial Vicar at Queen of Apostles . In the last sixteen years our Diocesan Permanent Review Board, composed of both laity and clergy, has reviewed all allegations made against clerics, diocesan and religious, and laity, living and deceased. Father Kenneth Michiels is granted a two-year extension of his term as Pastor of St. Michael the Archangel Church, Leesville. Father Wade DeCoste is appointed Pastor of Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Winnfield.. Father Peter Faulk is appointed Pastoral Administrator of St. Margaret Church, Boyce, St. Cyril Chapel, Flatwoods and St. Margaret Mary Chapel . 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