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Advocate for those abused by priests seek Louisiana state police probe

May 28, 2020

An advocate for people abused by priests asked Gov. John Bel Edwards on Tuesday to direct the Louisiana State Police to conduct a statewide investigation of the Catholic church for its role in child sexual abuse cases.

By Associated Press

Saints emails, lawsuits could be buried in church bankruptcy

May 6, 2020

A bankruptcy filing by New Orleans’ Roman Catholic archdiocese freezes sexual abuse lawsuits and could help bury the details of alleged coverups of predator priests and thousands of internal emails documenting a behind-the-scenes alliance with the New Orleans Saints.

By Jim Mustian and Michael Rezendes

Archdiocese files for bankruptcy amid clergy abuse costs

May 2, 2020

The Archdiocese of New Orleans announced Friday that it is seeking federal Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection amid growing legal costs related to sexual abuse by priests.

By Kevin McGill

Look to Mary when feeling helpless, advise Poor Clares in New Orleans

Apr 18, 2020

As the pandemic throws a metaphorical grenade into the everyday habits of people around the world, the consistent and faith-bolstering rhythm of daily Mass, frequent prayer, quiet recreation and humble ministry is serving New Orleans’ community of Poor Clare Sisters very well.

By Beth Donze

New Orleans archbishop takes to sky for coronavirus blessing

Apr 12, 2020

The archbishop of New Orleans sprinkled holy water from a World War II-era biplane high above the city in an unusual Good Friday blessing for those affected by the coronavirus.

By Associated Press

Official: Saints emails on clergy crisis should stay secret

Apr 10, 2020

Hundreds of emails detailing the New Orleans Saints’ efforts to conduct damage control for the area’s Roman Catholic archdiocese amid its clergy sexual abuse crisis should remain shielded from the public, a court official recommended Thursday.

By Jim Mustian