seminary Archives

Bishop urges future US priests to follow St. Francis beyond politicking, polemics

Vatican
Oct 4, 2019

Bishop Robert P. Deeley of Portland on Thursday urged a crop of new deacons to imitate the example of St. Francis of Assisi in rising above politicking and polemics and focus on the Gospel, which he said is the remedy for the difficulties both in society and in the Church.

Abuse survivor priest tackles ‘crisis of masculinity’ in the Church

Church in the US
Mar 18, 2019

A priest and author has made it his mission to adress the “crisis of masculinity” in society and in the Catholic Church.

Baton Rouge Diocese releases list of clergy with abuse allegations

Catholic News Service, Church in the US
Feb 3, 2019

In a show of openness, transparency and a hope for healing, Bishop Michael G. Duca of Baton Rouge released Jan. 31 the names of all priests, a former bishop of the diocese, and one former seminarian “against whom there are credible allegations of sexual abuse of minors and/or vulnerable adults in the Diocese of Baton Rouge.”

Leader of seminary under investigation now to lead cathedral

Associated Press, Church in the US
Dec 30, 2018

The head of a Boston seminary that the Catholic Church is investigating following allegations of misconduct has been tapped to lead a cathedral in Worcester.

Boston cardinal promises ‘transparency, accountability’ as he widens seminary review

Church in the US
Oct 12, 2018

An investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct at a Boston seminary has been widened to cover all seminaries belonging to the archdiocese, according to Cardinal Sean P. O’Malley.

Seton Hall starts probe into potential abuse at seminaries

Associated Press, Church in the US
Aug 24, 2018

Seton Hall University has begun an investigation into potential sexual abuse at two seminaries it hosts following misconduct allegations against ex-Cardinal Theodore McCarrick and other priests.