Mississippi Catholic clergy accused of abuse identified
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) – A Catholic diocese in Mississippi is releasing names of clergy members it says have been credibly accused of sexual abuse.
Bishop Joseph Kopacz (KOH-paz) says the Diocese of Jackson is publishing the list Tuesday on its website.
The Jackson bishop says in a letter released Monday that he is “truly, deeply sorry” for pain that be caused by the list.
Kopacz says “abuse of any kind is a sin, but the abuse of children and vulnerable adults is especially egregious.” He says it is “a sin that cries out for justice.”
The bishop says he encourages anyone who has been sexually abused by a clergy member or church employee to come forward. He also says the church is taking steps to prevent abuse, including screening and educating employees and volunteers.
BELOW ARE LISTS OF NAMES RELEASED AND SUMMARY OF COMPLAINT
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