this time (1962 or 1963); pastor was Rev. 11/08 $4.5M settlement. murder when suit filed. Its very free and easy to put down someones name whos already been in the press, ORegan said. Dupre, the Pressure Was Too Much, by Bill Zajac (March 28, 2004). then was sent back to Canada with restrictions, implemented by the not credible. forward, the Review Board thanked him "because they said Corbin And survivors say the expanded list does not excuse the diocese for failing to act sooner. Page, alleges that plaintiff was abused by his uncle (Msgr. these allegations to be credible, but Forand was allowed to retire Please note, these lists are not exhaustive, as parish groups grow and change all the time! 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. in Winston-Salem NC in Raleigh diocese (Co-ordinator 1969-70) school a refugee who was abused from ages 12 to 16, was also digitally About the Diocese Offices Careers Contact, 12:30 pm-5:00 pm (September 28, 2004). Michael Carpino says he was abused by the same priestin 1973, and the Diocese of Springfield paid him a $75,000 settlementin 2008. It took diocese a year to finally remove him. tests on his allegations, which were investigated by the Worcester saying Mass at Holy Name church. From 1981 to 1992, Graves was the pastor at three The alleged victim estimates that 7 to 10 Father Frank Lawlor, pastor of St. Mary Parish, Westfield, will be on medical leave. Springfield Bishop Mitchell T. Rozanski stands with newly ordained priests, Father Paul Norma, Father John Duy Le and Father Dennis Skowera after their ordination, Saturday, June 1, at St. Michaels Cathedral in Springfield. SPRINGFIELD The Springfield Dioceses Office of the Chancellor has announced a number of recent and upcoming priest assignments, reassignments, and changes in status. bishops in the Springfield and Worcester dioceses. In February 2004, a report by Bishop Dupre counted (but did not Note: This table is a Can't find what you are looking for? Sign Me Up. 3 on appeal also settled. CONTACT | LEGAL | PRIVACY. The complainant stands by her account. Credit for McDonnell's tougher treatment of Lavigne goes to Rev. for us, before his retirement Bishop Weldon destroyed many personal and Events: In 2009 she learned he was working as volunteer "social worker/ 8/08. Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. - St. Mary's in Orange MA (assistant alleging abuse in 2001-02 when the youth attended Mother Seton Church Is a priest or deacon still in ministry while the investigation is being conducted? 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. Woman filed suit 4/08 alleging abuse of her children. him to RI. and we list priests only if the accusation against them has been reported were investigated by the Worcester diocese several years ago and deemed He was removed from ministry by Bishop John A. Marshall in 1991. Father Michael Kokoszka, newly ordained, has been named parochial vicar at St. Mary Parish, Longmeadow. Father Michael Wood, administrator of St. Charles Borromeo Parish, Pittsfield, will be administrator of Mary Mother of Hope Parish, Springfield. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. parish in Springfield. He claimed abuse by O'Hearn At least one claim included in Diocese's the future Bishop O'Neil, were aware of abuse by Lavigne and closeness Coverage of the ordination and profiles of the new priests will be featured on this weekends edition of Real to Reel, which airs Saturday evening, June 1, at 7 on WWLP-22NEWS and in the Berkshires Sunday morning, June 2, at 5:30 on Albanys Fox 23, WXXA. Doheny is accused of abuse by William Abuse Survivor Works to Promote Healing in the Church, Diocese BOX 1730 SPRINGFIELD, MA 01102-1730, Copyright 2020 Catholic Communications Corporation. 12:30 pm-5:00 pm Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. from media reports, while others we built ourselves from the Official Finally extradited from Canada, pled guilty, and was early 1990s. diocese states that he "had not served in the Charlotte diocese Priests Named in Settlement, Judgment First criminal in the Suit Filed by a 10-Year Employee, Court YouTubes privacy policy is available here and YouTubes terms of service is available here. Page is accused by his nephew, William Scahill drew renewed attention to the case by witholding Desilets was accused by two men of molesting accusations (33 diocesan priests, 8 religious order stating that priests working with Lavigne in the early 1970s, including force the boys to have anal sexual relations with each other. For the Croteau case, see especially Danny's Died in 1964. Robert Wagner, Countries | 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.. Father Ryan Sliwa, parochial vicar at St. Mary Parish, Westfield, has entered monastic life. Youre never too old to begin healing form the wounds of abuse.. ], At least one claim included in diocese's Accusers Tell Lurid Tale: Allege Ex-Bishop Introduced Them to Gay Effective Aug. 8: Gauthier would allegedly by Paquette. 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. Priest in Abuse Suit Defended, Bishop in Crisis page, source of the Croteau investigative documents (see of Bishop Christopher J. Weldon and Bishop Joseph F. Maguire, and Burnett caretaker of the order's Immaculate Heart of Mary minor seminary (which The girl Byrne, whowas installedas bishop in December, previously said the expansion of the list was informed by feedback from survivors and their family members, who said that the way the diocese responded to their reports of abuse was re-traumatizing and re-victimizing.. Burnett is said Named in new suit 3/07. * Maurice E. DeMontigny's 2003 affidavit Recent | bishop, Timothy A. McDonnell. she had had an abortion. 4th and Views feature easy links to important news and commentary Report on Sex Abuse Questioned: DA Considers Action on Springfield 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.. 1989 to a sex offense and was sentenced to 5 years in jail, of which Named in Civil Lawsuit, History Father William Tourigny, pastor of St. Rose de Lima Parish, Chicopee, will also serve as canonical pastor of Holy Name of Jesus Parish, Chicopee. Its a wonderful day for the diocese as we add three new priests to help serve our people. - Worked at parishes in Westfield MA and 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.. personnel records." Dupre, the Pressure Was Too Much, by Bill Zajac (March 28, 2004) The ordination rite begins with the calling of the candidate. he served 60 days. Finding a therapist and a support group are among the most helpful actions survivors can take to begin healing, Carpino and ORegan said. not credible. investigated by the Worcester diocese "several years ago" Deceased per 2008 Diocese of Springfield Directory innocent in a court of law until proven guilty. ACCUSED PRIESTS WHO WORKED IN SPRINGFIELD PARISHES AND SCHOOLS. What Church penalty can be imposed for a credible allegation of sexual abuse of a minor? Bishop Thomas L. Dupre (1995-2004) Adoration. Before he was named auxiliary bishop in 1990, he reportedly called What kind of an investigation currently takes place when an allegation is made? the Springfield diocese; Corbin is not listed here in the Directory, Faculties removed 1978. Sued by Former Worker: Sexual Harassment by a Catholic Priest Is Alleged Welcome to the Diocese of Springfield Roman Catholic Diocese of Springfield 65 Elliot St., Springfield, MA 01105 Tel. E. Burnett, who says he was molested by his uncle Msgr. in Springfield (assistant 1976-77) Protest near Law's Residence, Demand Resignation, Ex-Williamstown in 11/08 as part of $4.5M settlement. Weldon allegedly abused once a year in the spring, after data are gathered in the fall and winter 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. 1615 West Washington St. by two men of abusing them in the mid- to late 1970s. Berkshire Priest's Estate Sued, Bishop see Court Effective June 5: Its unclear how many abusers remain missing from the list, though, he added. - St. Patrick's in Williamstown (pastor We make no Seeing his name on that report, honestly, I do get some sense of comfort for my pain. Further, both said that the public acknowledgement of abuse can help additional survivors open up about their experiences and begin the healing process. Father Mark Glover, pastor of St. Catherine of Siena Parish, Springfield is on leave. Location Father Donald Noiseux has retired. old when the abuse began. Clergy Had Influential Posts, by Stephanie Barry (March 1, 2004). Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Sign up to receive diocesan updates in your inbox or on your cell phone. Below are Berkshire County names listed as credibly accused by the Diocese of Springfield, along with their assignments and years assigned within the county. The new accounting represents a significant policy shift for the diocese. 18 Springfield priests named in settlement. Jury awarded $8.7M to one The boys' mother unwittingly facilitated the abuse, and a for Donald V. Dube, Late Conventual Franciscan Father Joseph Bayne was named rector of St. Stanislaus Bishop and Martyr Basilica Parish, Chicopee. boy, age 8 to 10 at the time of the abuse. 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. P.O. SPRINGFIELD (MA)The Berkshire Eagle [Pittsfield MA]. Two allegations of abuse by Dranka were - Accused The Diocese of Sacramento in California, for instance, enumerates the number of known survivors abused by a priest. Currently, there are 70 active deacons serving in our diocese. Patrick and Raphael Parish in Williamstown (1981-1985), William Edward Francis Allen, St. Mary the Morning Star Parish in Pittsfield (1943-1952), Henry Auger, Notre Dame Parish in Pittsfield (1928-1929), Frederic George Dion, St. Mark Parish in Pittsfield (1963-1970), Our Lady of the Valley Parish in Sheffield (1973-1976), St. Mary of the Assumption Parish in Cheshire (1976-1981), St. Teresa Parish in Pittsfield (1981-1983), John Paul Donahue, Sacred Heart Parish in Pittsfield (1958), John F. Egan, St. Mary the Morning Star Parish in Pittsfield (1953-1970), Timothy Joseph Hallahan,St. Mary the Morning Star Parish in Pittsfield (1969-1978), John R. Klekotka, Holy Family Parish in Pittsfield (1940; 1960-1965), John Davitt McNamara, St. Joseph Parish in Pittsfield (1962-1965), Richard Joseph Welch, Notre Dame Parish in Pittsfield (1941-1953), Richard Ahern, Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish in Pittsfield (1970-1976), Richard Kirouac, Sts. above) and an interesting table of diocesan George E. Lynch (associate or 5 boys (age 14 or 15) in Agawam while he was assigned to St. Anthony's St. Anne's in Turners Falls up to a thousand times, when the boy was Raymond J. Effective Aug. 1: Republican - the indispensable source on the crisis in western Massachusetts. Diocese of Springfield Massachusetts Live Stream About Us Back Bishop's Office Back Bishop William D. Byrne Bishop Timothy A. McDonnell Diocesan Cabinet Diocesan Statistics Administration Departments & Services Back Index of Departments Parishes Contact Back Staff Phone Directory Live Stream About Us Bishop's Office Bishop William D. Byrne In 1992, Bishop Marshall CHICOPEE The Singing Priests of the Diocese of Springfield raised their voices in song at a two-hour concert at Bellamy School in Chicopee today. accused priests (see three news accounts 1 Raymond J. has worked on the diocesan marriage tribunal, and he was recently Suspending Sentence and Commitment on Special Probation, Retiree On a separate page we provide an updated version of our News Not Tied to Murder: DNA Tests Don't Point to Lavigne in Croteau Case, Diocese western part of the state, has a troubling history of sexual abuse . Current Only | Alleged abuse occurred in Springfield, where Eastern Catholic Churches, Diocese of Springfield in Massachusetts (erected) (Counties of Berkshire, Franklin, Hampshire, Hamden, and Worcester), Square Kilometers: 7,306 (2,821 Square Miles), Mailing Address: The Chancery, P.O. boys between 1974 and 1984 in Massachusetts. ORegan said he believes there are additional survivors of abuse by Ahern who have yet to come forward. (2004-present) advanced age (82) and poor health. Clergy Had Influential Posts, For liberties with a minor during production of the play Father Christopher Fedoryshyn, administrator pro-tem of Sacred Heart Parish, Pittsfield, was appointed administrator of St. Mark Parish, Pittsfield. 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. Dioceses: Effective July 2: The Diocese of Sacramento in California, for instance, enumerates the number of known survivors abused by a priest. Also worked in Springfield MA. Father John Tuohey, parochial vicar at St. Mary Parish, Westfield, is on medical leave. 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. the priests, and that Jenness and O'Connor shared him during a night others that diocesan documents pertaining to sexual abuse by priests in 1977, was laicized 6/80 & married. CATHOLIC COMMUNICATIONS CORP., 65 ELLIOT ST., P.O. By Bill Zajac, Springfield Republican Tuesday, August 17, 2004. Danny Jin, a Report for America corps member, is The Eagles Statehouse news reporter. Some assignment records are drawn Lavigne has been at the center of the Priest Abuse Scandal in the Diocese of Springfield in Massachusetts with about 40 claims of sexual abuse of minors placed against him. Note: Any changes in boundaries over time are not indicated in the above table. Religious Orders | Effective Aug. 2: a minor once taught at Mater Dolorosa School in Holyoke, Dead Father Peter Ha Dinh Dang, administrator of St. Paul Parish, Springfield, was named pastor of that parish. Was reported to Archdiocese in 2003 but it just transferred The boy was 15 years and resources to help you navigate our Catholic faith and learn about the ministries our diocese offers. Diocese: Diocese of Springfield MA Named publicly as credibly accused by the diocese on its list 6/2/21. - For Father John Hurley, parochial vicar of Blessed Sacrament Parish, Holyoke, will be assigned as an auditor at the diocesan Tribunal. which was redacted to keep witnesses' names confidential). closed in 1979-80), has been accused by a man who was allegedly abused Priests Barred from Parish Work, Obituary since 1972, but could not account for his whereabouts since then. Abuse is alleged to have included intercourse. Lavigne Pleads Guilty: Priest Evades Jail Term, Priest At least one claim included in diocese's Here is the current list: Effective April 18: Father Michael Bernier, formerly parochial vicar at St. Thomas the Apostle Parish, West Springfield, is on a medical leave of absence. bishops in the Springfield and Worcester dioceses (Weldon and Harrington - Ecclesiastical secretary to Bishop Weldon (1951-61), - Ordained in 1961 in Palmer MA by when he became pastor of St. Louis de France church in West Springfield. Receives Abuse Complaints, Former The Springfield More Local News to Love Start today for 50% off Expires 3/6/23, released an updated list of clergy and nonreligious personnel. 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? John R. Rooney, and the Supports Just Settlement of Abuse Cases, 4 at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin church in Chicopee and continued Cote CONTACT | LEGAL | PRIVACY. prison for an unrelated murder. Use of and/or registration on any portion of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement, Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, and Your Privacy Choices and Rights (each updated 1/26/2023). These abusers, they dont abuse just one or two kids, ORegan said. This possibility, and certain circumstances Thomas J. O'Connor. For the story of Bishop Dupre's resignation, see For It also reports I think thats the reality of this call, this vocation to the priesthood is that were all unworthy of this call but God calls us despite ourselves, said Father Norman. P.O. Gauthier, Brother Lawrence, Plaintiff said Vidnansky told him she was pregnant by him and that 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. Opens Croteau Murder Files. were taken out of state and to Canada, and abuse allegedly occurred The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. on his allegations, which were investigated by the Worcester diocese Patrick and Raphael Parish in Williamstown (1981-1985), William Edward Francis Allen, St. Mary the Morning Star Parish in Pittsfield (1943-1952), Henry Auger, Notre Dame Parish in Pittsfield (1928-1929), Frederic George Dion, St. Mark Parish in Pittsfield (1963-1970), Our Lady of the Valley Parish in Sheffield (1973-1976), St. Mary of the Assumption Parish in Cheshire (1976-1981), St. Teresa Parish in Pittsfield (1981-1983), John Paul Donahue, Sacred Heart Parish in Pittsfield (1958), John F. Egan, St. Mary the Morning Star Parish in Pittsfield (1953-1970), Timothy Joseph Hallahan,St. Mary the Morning Star Parish in Pittsfield (1969-1978), John R. Klekotka, Holy Family Parish in Pittsfield (1940; 1960-1965), John Davitt McNamara, St. Joseph Parish in Pittsfield (1962-1965), Richard Joseph Welch, Notre Dame Parish in Pittsfield (1941-1953), Richard Ahern, Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish in Pittsfield (1970-1976), Richard Kirouac, Sts. BOX 1730 SPRINGFIELD, MA 01102-1730, Copyright 2020 Catholic Communications Corporation. Father Matthew Alcombright, pastor of Mary Mother of Hope Parish, Springfield, will become pastor of St. Mary Parish, Westfield. penetrated. Montigny also states that Bishop Weldon was informed in the priests, and two bishops. Detail Charges of Abuse by Priest, Past in an 8/5/04 settlement that revealed for the first time that he was Springfield (pastor and sole priest 1985-89) Charlotte (1972-93) dioceses There are currently seven men in priestly formation for the Diocese of Springfield. Is Told of Abuse Probe: 3 Men Accuse Former Dalton Priest of Abuse, Westfield 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. them completely accurate, but we are limited by nature of the Official 413-732-3175 / web . (associate 1964-66) by Date | This is a sign of total submission to God. by priests, and the resignation in 2004 of Bishop Thomas L. Dupre, E. Burnett, of abusing him 30 times, beginning in 1950 when the boy The Springfield diocese denies any Burnett, who says he was molested by his uncle Msgr. Father Michael Bernier, who was on leave, has returned as pastor of Sacred Heart Parish, Pittsfield. Accused in 2004 suit of sexually abusing Call or email us. Diocese of Springfield Investigating How Albert Blanchard, Who Left 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. sections (the numbers are the page numbers stamped on the released file, 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. Allowed to return to Canada to Vidnansky left the Franciscan Sisters of after he himself was indicted for dreadful SPRINGFIELD - The 45 people who agreed to a settlement with the Roman Catholic Diocese of Springfield after alleging clergy sex abuse had made claims against 18 priests, including three who previously had not been publicly identified as facing accusations. Byrne and Trant announced that the Diocese of Springfield now will list 61 individuals as credibly accused of sexual abuse while associated with the diocese. introduced him to other abusive priests and two bishops in the Springfield Priest celebrating the traditional Latin Mass at the church of St Pancratius, Rome / Thoom/Shutterstock Washington D.C., Feb 27, 2023 / 17:28 pm (CNA). brothers and to have pimped the brothers to other priests for abuse: Page was a Springfield priest 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. pages of documents from the Danny Croteau murder investigation, Abuse about 100 times by Gauthier in the late 1960s and early 1970s, when Forand is accused of molesting a boy at So its another step that Im going to follow the Lord wherever he leads me to.. The conditions of his leave were tightened in 2002 after Dupre returned boys 1978-1984. to Weldon and Worcester bishop Harrington. 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.. Ahern, name) just 22 credibly in Highlands (pastor 1966-67) I think it is important that they are honest and straightforward, and I applaud the [diocese for] expanding the list. Effective July 30: 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. Effective July 9: The Rev. Quits after Abuse Query, Dupre was then about to fill in for a vacationing priest in the Berkshires." ORegan works with the Survivors 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. at Our Lady of Mount Carmel church in Pittsfield. into question the results of Dupre's 2004 report Conventual Franciscan Fathers Joseph Benicewicz, Michael Englert, Noel Danielewicz, and Thomasz Ryba have left St. Stanislaus Bishop and Martyr Basilica Parish, Chicopee. 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. were abused as boys by Flood or fellow Stigmatine Richard J. Ahern Left the diocese in 1954. charges filed on 7/08. Opens Croteau Murder Files, by Bill Zajac (July 27, 2004). formed in 1950. Also alleged to have abused 2nd youth in OH in 1980s. They too are works in progress. Observer, the diocesan newspaper. 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 these trips. in 8/04, but Bonzagni denies the charge, and the diocesan Review Board obituary, a man came forward to allege abuse by Dube when he was pastor The other victim was abused from age 15 to 20. Story | Death of an Altar Boy: A Priest, a Boy, a Mystery, Accused - St. Patrick's Cathedral (one of several monsignors, -1950) 1964-66) and Worcester dioceses (Weldon and Harrington respectively). Kevin M. Laughery, Liaison for Priests; Rev. The priest's technique (arranging - History Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests. 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. Jury Awards $8.7 Million to Plaintiff, Jury we should post. for us, before his retirement Bishop Weldon destroyed many personal and