He worked in various positions in the Pennsylvania Dioceses of Erie, Philadelphia, and Allentown, the New York Dioceses of Buffalo and New York City, and Salesianum School in Wilmington, Delaware. Bender admittedtoabusingthe victim. Berlin, NJ 08009. In 1984,aknown victim reported that Bender abused himin 1981,whilethevictimwas in seventh grade. Galko also admitted that, while at St. Ambrose in Schuylkill Haven, Schuylkill County, he inappropriately touched a male while they were in the rectory. Summary: In May 2014, four adult males reported that they were abused by Brother William Hildebrand, who was a member of the Marianist Order. SEE the attorney's judgment satisfaction and paid in full letter. He stated that his reason for kissing her inappropriately was that he was trying to "recruit her for the convent." The victims mother indicated that she recalled an incident where she was doing laundry and discovered her sons underwear was in the pocket of his pants. These incidents occurred at Quigley and in a "cabin at a lake." The woman said Roemele made sexual advances toward her son, his friend and then another boy in a separate incident. Bishop Dupree picked up a pen during one Holy Convocation and wrote down states where he had churches, but the people knew we had no churches in those states; however, without a vision, the people perish.Today, in every state Bishop wrote down then, a Solid Rock is there and yet growing. One victim said Gloekler would fondle her breasts. The other victim made a similar allegation. Pastor, Holy Rosary, Ashley, PA, 9/1970 - 9/1974: In residence, St. Therese, Wilkes -Bane, PA, 9/1974 - 12/1980: Asst. Just down the road from us along I-75 is the evangelical Solid Rock Church, until now best known for the Butter or Touchdown Jesus that was hit by lightning on June 14, 2010. The victim, after telling his parents, told Sredzinski to stay away from their son. Reyes befriended the family and when the family moved to Florida, he lived with them. This usually occurred around 5:30-6 a.m. In 1989, a priest received a letter from a parishioner that listed a number of problems that the parish was having with Wellinger, including giving drugs and alcohol to teens teens in the parish have been warned by their parents about drugs from Father and young men staying at the parish house. On December 12, 1997, an adult male advised that he was sexually abused by O'Malley in 1978 when he wasapproximately 11to 12. The woman was four years old, and alleged Herber digitally penetrated her. He plead guilty to criminal charges and received a probationaly sentence. He allegedly attended a Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous meeting where Allen gave the impression to members that he was a pedophile and had an obsession with young boys.. On May 4, 2010,the victim committed suicide. Summary: Dzermejkowas reported to have had inappropriate contact with several young boys, conduct which included anal and oral sexual assaults of young minors. Presbyterian Council, Erie, PA, 9/03/1963 - 5/31/1967: St. Marks's Seminary High School, Erie PA, Unknown -5/14/1974: St. Mark's Major Seminary, Erie, PA, 6/03/1975: Mt. All Rights Reserved. Further details were not released in the report. He was accused of inappropriate sexual conduct with at least five victims. The diocese granted Merrell's request for a "charitable gift of money" in the sum of $5,000. THE THEFT OF SOLID ROCK CHURCH IN ELK RIVER MINNESOTA | Study the details of William Neal Matthews' Church Theft Online Welcome to the James417 Association website. Summary:Sometime in 1996, a young fifth grade girl came to talk with Sister Steff at St. Boniface school. From 1953 to 1982, there were may reports that McGinley had sexual encounters with other males. He said Allen sat with him and others in a circle naked where they all masturbated. Church Address. The grand jury has found documents that the Diocese of Hawaii and possibly the Diocese of Erie knew Father Hannon had admittedly abused at least twenty youths between ages 12 and 19. In his own handwritten words, Trautman expressed the personal belief that Lorei' s sudden departure may likely have been indicative of some kind of significant event. The person who made the report told the principal, but nothing happened in response. In September 1994, Leonard attempted toobtainemployment with Holy Family Institute, a residential treatment facility for children. Residential treatment was recommended and the Diocese placed Armstrong on administrative leave. On March 25, 2002,Casteluccisubmitted a handwritten letter to Bishop Wuerl withdrawing from active ministry. Later that year, Rigney requested early retirement citing medical reasons. The couples remaining child, Jana Mitten, is a paid employee of Solid Rock, as is Julie Hooks husband, Leroy. Although she told her parents about the abuse many years later, they did not pursue the subject. He dropped off her friend, then drove to a wooded area and molested her. The woman said an average night with Pierce included dinner and alcoholic drinks followed by sexual intercourse. Pastor, Sacred Heart, Jermyn, PA, 9/1967 - 9/1970: Asst. The Bishops said they are ordained through the church, but not by any other religious order. 28,743 were here. In 1990, a mother met with a priest to express her concerns with Silvers inappropriate and unnatural attachment to her son. Pastor, Holy Cross, Olyphant, PA, 7/2013 - 11/2013: Asst. While there, he went into the bathroom to use the toilet while McGee was in the shower. Summary:In December 2009, Father Mark Hoffman called the Bishop's office to report an allegation involving child sexual abuse by Monsignor Louis Lorei. The grand jury investigation found no documentation that the Diocese of Erie notified local law enforcement or the District Attorney's office about Nealen' s long history of sexually abusing numerous young boys. Flanagan denied any wrongdoing. Summary: A 64 -year -old femalereported to the Diocese of Pittsburgh in 2016 that she was sexually abused by Lewandowski when she wasapproximately 12and in sixth grade. The Grand Jury did not find any documentation that indicated that the Diocese ever reported the case to local law enforcement. In 2013, a woman reported she was abused between the ages of 12 and 15, between 1976 and 1979. The Diocese issued a penal precept suspending Allens ability to function publicly as a priest. The young girl told Steff that her godfather, Monsignor Thomas Snyderwine, had taken a shower with her and touched her in ways that she was uncomfortable with. On April 6, 1993, anunidenitifiedvictim stated that from the ages of 13 to 14 (1976-77)to age21 hehad engaged in oral and anal sex withBurchianti. IRS forms show Parker made $80,500 from Answering the Call in 2008. In 1992, Wellinger returned to priestly ministry and became a Vicar in Allentown. Solid Rock Church near Monroe off Interstate 75. Sanesi helped apply his lotions, but Sanesis contact continued to fondling the victims genitals. Pastor, St. Mary's, Lackawaxen, PA, 9/1934 - 2/1938: Asst. The woman left and reported it to the diocese. The Diocese agreed to pay for her medical bills and provided her with airfare to be seen at St. Luke's Institute in Suitland, Maryland. A fifth victim said Dellamalva made him lay on the rectory floor with him and removed the victims pants and t-shirt. The boys helped her retrieve her clothes and wanted to get her out of the office as quickly as possible. Ron Carter, Solid Rocks administrator, said more than 3,000 people attend three weekly services at the main church, which has annual revenues of $4.5 million to $5 million, with another 500 attending Solid Rock South east of Cincinnati, which has revenues of about $1 million. In 2009, a man reported that when he was 15 or 16, he and Spangenberg engaged in many types of sexual encounters. In 2004, the diocese received a complaint that he sexually abused two young men. Marcinek often bestowed gifts and money upon him, including a car registered in Marcineks name. Summary: Kelley served in two different dioceses in two states as well as in Europe over the course of his 30 year career. He waseventuallyarrested, convicted andsentencedtoprobation. Pastor St. Theresa, New Cumberland, PA, 4/22/1949-9/23/1949: Annunciation Blessed Virgin Mary, McSherrystown, PA, 9/23/1949-5/23/1952: St. Francis of Assisi, Harrisburg, PA, 5/23/1952-6/04/1953: Our Lady of Mt. Peter & Paul, Hazleton, PA, 4/04/2009 Asst. Smith had raped them anally and orally. Pastor, Holy Name, Swoyersville, PA, 1991: Asst. Financial assistance was also discussed. Butler County Probate Judge Randy Rogers ruled Bishop may remain as executor of Perry's estate, despite allegations by Perry's children that she had mishandled it. Carmel, Carbondale, PA, 6/1948 - 1/1953: Asst. A diocesan file revealed Bishop William Connare knew about inappropriate behavior between Pierce and a young woman as early as 1972. Clay, who was staying at a St. John property, was also accused. She stated that O'Connell would ask her to stay behind and then invite her into his office where he would touch her inappropriately, French-kiss her and have her perform oral sex on him. In an effort to return disaffected members of the St. Pius X to membership in the Catholic Church, Bishop James C. Timlin interviewed a group of men the Society of St. John including Carlos Urrutigoity, Eric Ensey, Daniel Fullerton and Marshal Roberts. Summary:David Connell and Timothy Johnson were Carmelite priests and Jim Gross was a lay person. Edward G. Palmer from disseminating this information on how the church was stolen, the family paid the judgment in full to settle the matter. Bishop Trautman later met with the victim. He put his hand on the daughters' buttocks and said "she has a nice tight ass." Trautman revoked Presley's priestly faculties later that year. When confronted with this allegations, Kondzielski claimed he did not remember the incident, but did not deny it because it could have happened. Summary: In 1986, parents of a 7-year-old girl came to Erie County District Attorneys office with a complaint that Bolton molested their daughter. The female reported that the abuse by McMahon and the other priest progressed over time from touching and fondling to sexual intercourse. Another memorandum in 2003 noted Wilt denied kissing eighth grade girls on the lips and inappropriately touching adult women. 1990s: Celebrated weekend masses at St. Mary of the Assumption, 1996 2006: Ministered part-time at St. Thomas More, Lake Ariel, PA, 6/1968 - 9/1968: Asst. She was jealous of my father because he was more successful than she was, said Bryan Perry. Pastor, St. Paul, Scranton, PA, Summa, 6/1932 - 9/1932: Asst. Attend in-person or stream online every Sunday at 10:30 am and 5:30 pm as well as Thursdays at. Summary: In August 2016, a woman reported that inJune1969, she was a 17-year-old nursing student at Sewickley Valley Hospital. The child ran to the rectory to plead the case for his mother, and began sobbing and pleading for his mothers soul. Guth started speaking of secret confessions and penance, and began pulling the victims pants down. Ferraldo admitted to that allegation. Patil went on to serve as a priest in Buffalo, New York, Youngstown, Ohio, and then with a delegation in the country of India. Summary: 20 young men from a high school observed Liberatore lying on the bed being given a back rub by a seminarian. The victim wrote in the letter that he would go to confession weekly to confess his sins and that Kucan would tell him that the slate was wiped clean. Tucci tickled him and put his hands down the back of the victim's pants. Diocesan records contained little to no documentation on any investigation conducted by the Diocese of Pittsburgh. He was a high school sophomore when Jerge took him on trips along and fondled him on multiple occasions. Summary: Jeselnicks file listed only two known victims who were both over the age of legal adulthood. In 1960, he was notified by Bishop Hannan that his relations with guests made it intolerable for him to live there. He directed the victim to come to his personal residence where he could help the victim through hypnosis. In 1985, Justi appeared at the female's house unannounced. Summary: During his short tenure with the Diocese of Greensburg, numerous allegations were made against Dellamalva: Summary: Flohr was the leader of the Junior Altar Boys Association, and allegedly touched the victims genitals for the first time in 1967. Royer would abuse the child behind the airport in Allentown, in his home, and in the rectory.The child told a friend who did not believe him. Summary: In 1994, an adult female informed Bishop James C. Timlin that she was sexually abused by Deviney when she was in high school. The current church, a landmark off of Interstate 75, opened in 1992, with a congregation of thousands and a second campus in Cincinnati. We are not shaking hands or greeting members with hugs. On other occasions, Dorsch would take him for car rides and make the victim touch him sexually while he drove. They are the objects of anger and scorn, adoration and devotion. These incidents occurred in either 1970 or 1971, when the victim was in seventh or eighth grade at St. Anne. Pastor, St. Matthew, East Stroudsburg, PA, 9/1977 - 1/1984: Asst. Summary: A 13-year-old boy and his father reported Logue showed interest in the boy, with Logue reportedly asking the boy to expose his genetalia in 1968. While there, he was expelled from the society. Pastor, St. Joseph's, Minooka, PA, Immaculate Conception and St. John the Baptist, Taylor, PA, 6/2005 - 9/2005: Chaplain, St. Mary's Villa, Elmhurst, PA, 9/2005 - 11/2005: Asst. In 1994, Wellinger was stopped by officers for driving under the influence of alcohol. The victim told him to stop and he did, the report states. Peter and Paul, Towanda, PA, St. Michael, Canton, PA, St. John Nepomucene, Troy, PA and St. Aloysius, Ralston, PA, 7/2011 - 4/2016: Pastor, St. Patrick, Scranton, PA, 5/1970 - 9/1970: Asst. In June 2009, a woman called to report that prior to her husband's suicide inApril,2009, he told her that he had been sexually abused byDzermejkko. He testified that Martin sexually fondled him on at least sixteen occasions between the ages of sixteen and nineteen. In 2006, the victims therapist wrote the diocese saying, the man has had two suicide attempts, several flashbacks, anxiety and panic attacks. On June 19, 2009, a second victim stated that he was an altar boy at St. Teresa of Avila while he was a student at the school from 1979-1982 while he was in the fifth, sixth and seventh grades. The victim reported that, while he was an altar boy at about the age of ten at St. Joseph's in Girardville, Gillespie began grooming him for future abuse. Their accounts include genital fondling, oral and anal sex, occurring in the late 1970s when Jeselnick was stationed in Meadville. In 2002, a fourth victim reported via telephone call that he was sexually abused by Sinclair in 1979. Contact Us. Pastor, Our Lady of Grace, Hazleton, PA, 4/1973 - 9/1974: Pastor, St. Thomas, Elkland, PA, 9/1974 - 7/1992: Pastor, St. Nazorius, Pardeesville, PA, 7/1992 - 6/2002: Pastor, St. Mary, Lattimer Mines, PA, 7/25/2002: Pastor Emeritus, St. Nazarius, Pardeesville, PA, 6/1950 - 9/1950: Asst. March 1972 Sept. 1973: St. Raphael, Harleigh, Pa. Sept. 1973 July 2003, St. Raphael, Harleigh, Pa. July 2003: Sacred Heart of Jesus, Harleigh, Pa. November 1983 Sept. 1984: St. Thomas, Archbald, Sept. 1984 Sept. 1985: Sts. Records received from the Diocese indicate that, as early as 1984, the Diocese was aware of inappropriate sexual conduct by Galko. The Diocese disclosed information regarding Leonard's sexual history with minors to the institute. In 2002, it was reported that Liberatore took a young man in his teens or early twenties into his bedroom. The victim eventually filed a civil lawsuit along with 32 other individuals, which resulted in a $1.25 million settlement in October 2007. Summary: In April 2012, an adult male allegedPindelinappropriately touched him when he was between 13 and 15from 1957through 1960 in Allegheny County and Butler County. The police determined that the vehicle involved in the incident was traced back to Rodgers. He stated thatMay, who was a counselor at the high school, demanded to conduct a medical examination of his genitals. Rather, he contended they only engaged in mutual masturbation. He stated that in April 1978, a friend came out to tell him that a girl was in trouble in Hoehl' s office. Pastor, St. Adalbert, Glen Lyon, PA, 5/1950 - 10/1955: Pastor, St. Joseph, Morrris Run, PA, 10/1955 - 1/1970: Pastor, Sacred Heart, Forest City, PA, 1/1970 - 9/1984: Pastor, Transfiguration, West Hazleton, PA, 9/1984 - 1/1985: Pastor, St. Mary of Czestochowa, Eynon, PA, 1/1985 - 9/1989: Pastor, SS Peter and Paul, Scranton, PA, 9/1989 - 11/1998: Pastor Emeritus, St. Peter and Paul, Scranton, PA, 6/1942 - 9/1942: Asst. In 1993, a 29 -year -old adult male reported that he had been sexually involved with Hoehl beginning in 1978 when he was 15. The Rock Church Catania, Italy Via Simeto 22, Hangar 22, Catania. On Sept. 22, 2000, the malefiled a lawsuit against Hoehl and the Diocese in connection with the sexual abuse. Fitzgerald denied the allegations. Additionally, Lawrence made the victim urinate. The victim stated that his family's house had burned down and the Carmelites took him and his brother in and had them live in a priory. Summary: In October 1984, Connor was arrested in New Jersey for sexually molesting a 14 -year -old child. Summary: On June 14, 2004, a therapist and her client, an adult female, met withrepresentativesofthe diocese. The female explained that between 1969 and 1976 she was molested byMcMahon and another priest whose name was redacted from the grand jury report. Pastor, Our Lady of Mt. Both had been drinking the victim was 16 years old and he crashed out after drinking too much. Pastor, St. Jude, Mountain Top, PA, 9/1970 - 9/1980: Pastor, St. Francis of Assisi, Mildred, PA, 9/1980 - 9/1985: Pastor, St. Patrick, Nicholson, PA, 9/1985 - 3/2000: Pastor, Immaculate Conception, Taylor, PA, 3/2000: Pastor Emeritus, Immaculate Conception, Taylor, PA, 9/1898 - 11/1898: Cathedral, Scranton, PA, 4/1899 1901: Sugar Notch, PA, St. John's, Scranton, PA, 6/1958 - 10/1958: Camp St. Andrew, Tunkhannock, PA, 10/1958 - 9/1965: Asst. The victim state Cooper abused him multiple times and left him with years of emotional trauma. Pastor, St. Hedwig, Kingston, PA, 9/1946 - 5/1950: Asst. A student evaluation found within the records of the Diocese and obtained by the grand jury indicate that Lawrence was "a mysterious type who craves the attention of younger students" and that Lawrence showed "a little too much interest in younger students." The boysmother saidthat before a scheduled preliminary hearing, the prosecution allowed an attorney for the Diocese to question the boys. She said that on a few occasions, he would have her sit on his lap and fondle her breasts and genitals. The mother walked into a room and saw Vaughn with both his hands on her minor daughters breasts. According to the victim, he attempted several times to discuss what happened to him but was told it would never go anywhere because they would believe a priest over aboy. Start Sharing THIS WEEK In 1990, two parents alleged that Madaj sexually molested their son when he was nine or 10. Later that year, he pleaded guilty in Washington County court to two more counts of involuntary deviate sexual intercourse, and received a sentence of five to 10 years, to be served concurrently to his Allegheny County sentence. In 2002, Timlin and other administrators interviewed him, and he admitted involvement with a 16-year-old girl. Pastor, St. Ann, Tobyhanna, PA, 9/1942 - 3/1945: Asst. Summary: On Jan. 7, 2004, an adult female alleged thatO'Connell sexually abused her on numerous occasions when she wasapproximately 11to 13. When questioned by the officer, Sredzinski said nothing was wrong and that he was merely talking to the boy about some problems. They stated that Rebel would often drive their son home after CCD and, while the parents didnt know what was going on in the rides, it became clear from their sons level of emotion that sexual abuse may have occurred. Pastor, St. Rose of Lima, Carbondale, PA, 6/1982 - 7/1983: Asst. Bostwick befriended a family and eventually stayed overnight at their house. Summary: In August 1962, A New York Monsignor wrote Bishop William Connare regarding an incident where Rogers allegedly attempted to sexually assault a boy while he was hitch-hiking near Saranac Lake. Residence at St. Joseph, Oil City, PA, 8/28/1968 - 8/28/1969: Sp. The abuse continued for one year. She reported that the abuse occurred once a week for over a year. Pastor, Vicar, Holy Rosary, Scranton, PA, 10/1961 - 6/1964: Asst. He reportedMeder gave them candy, but only after he spanked them. For a complete list of events see our Church Calendar. The bishop responded to the letter telling him Schanz was no longer practicing the sacrament and was in frail health. In light of the allegation, Adams' ministerial faculties werewithdrawnand he was sent to St. Michael's Community in St. Louis, Missouri for evaluation and treatment. Pastor: Theres not one person sick [in the church]. Summary: During the time Cipolla served as a priest, three different Bishops headed the Diocese. The family had a boy between 12 and 14 years of age. He attended the seminary until being ordained a priest in the Diocese of Harrisburg in 1958. Ganster eventually left the priesthood to get married, but there were other victims who came forward. From lateDecember1988 through mid-March 2002, parents continued to report to the Diocese that O'Donnell had engaged in inappropriate behavior with children. Summary: In 1989, the Diocese of Harrisburg learned that a boy alleged that Francis "Scotty" Allen sexually abused him in the 1970's. On Oct.18, 1999, a lawsuit was filed against McKenna by an inmate incarcerated at the State Correctional Institution at Pittsburgh alleging McKenna had sexually assaulted him while he was in prison. The investigation included six dioceses in the state -Allentown, Erie, Greensburg, Harrisburg, Pittsburgh and Scranton. On December 9, 2005, the Federal Bureau of Investigation agreed to file federal charges against Cautela for the incidents that occurred outside the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. In response to the barrage of criticisms it has received, Solid Rock has posted a formal statement on its website, which includes the following: We are taking all necessary precautions to ensure the health and safety of anyone who comes to Solid Rock Church. Even after an "official" ruling from the Vatican that he was no longer a priest in good standing, Cipolla continued to perform masses and to present himself as a priest in good standing, even though he was advised in person, several times, that he was barred from doing these things. The file note also indicated that Kucan was then in his mid- eighties and in the early stages of dementia. While awaiting an investigation, Ensey travelled to Canada where it was learned he was active in a Catholic Church. In his online communications, Cramer mentioned he wanted to go to Mexico where he could "rent" boys. The victim's father tried several times to set up a meeting with the Bishop to discuss the sexual abuse, but he claims it never worked out. Ultimately, the victim started staying overnight at the rectory and slept in the same bed as Premoshis. Pastor, Holy Trinity, Hazleton, PA, 9/1966 - 2/1967: Asst. During these monthly, Saturday haircuts, Meder would rub the boys' thighs and smack their buttocks. Holy Rosary, Johnsonburg, PA, 6/14/1985 6/17/1988: Faculty, Elk Co. Catholic. Summary: In 1987, the families of 12 altar boys alleged Trott committed sexual acts on them. A parishioner of St. Vincent wrote a letter saying that 15 boys were sexually abused by Maher while at the parish from 1961 to 1975. Summary: In December 2002, an allegation of sexual abuse by Monsignor Joyce was made to the Allegheny County District Attorney's Office. He was 69. Van der Putten said he kissed the girl and caressed her breast. Carmel, Dunmore, June 1996 July 1996: Holy Trinity, Nanticoke, July 1996 March 2000 St. Patrick, St. John the Baptist, Immaculate Heart of Mary Chapel, Holy Cross, Scranton. He advised thatDemsherengaged in sexual activity with him while he wasapproximately 14. On Aug. 14, Pennsylvania released a statewide grand jury report on what the state attorney general's office called an "honest and comprehensive accounting of widespread sexual abuse by more than 300 priests.". Summary: In a 1993 letter, Amy wrote I took the opportunity to touch the genitals of several boys at night. Other locations available as well. Pastor, St. Stephen, Plymouth, PA, 9/1968 - 9/1970: Asst. Summary: A memorandum indicated that in September 1987, a victim said when he was 12 years old and in sixth grade, he became friendly with Wolk. The complaints asserted that Soderlund had engaged in sexual acts with three different children. Three complaints had been filed with the Butler County DA alleging sexual abuse byDiskin:on aboy inthe mid -1970s at a church in Butler; a girl in the mid -1970's atthesame church; and,aboy in 1976 to 1977 when the victim was 12 to 13. Another finding was acassette tape enclosed in Nealen's file labeled "victim's father." Plane reports possible problem, lands safely at Dayton airport. The Diocese agreed to pay a total amount of $1.25 Million to 31 plaintiffs in the lawsuit. Tucci said it was "just touching" and clarified he had not engaged in "sodomy.". Summary: A man made a report in 1994 that Maher kissed him, touched him in an immodest way and performed oral sex on him while in sixth or seventh grade. Pastor, St. Andrew, Blossburg, PA, 2/1928 - 9/1929: Asst. He allegedly pressed himself up against her body and fondled her from behind. Pastor, St. Boniface, Williamsport, PA, 2/1967 - 1/1970: Asst. Austin has been a part of Solid Rock Church since his childhood. McAuliffe returned to the ministry and re-offended other young boys. The victim never returned for any further "treatment" and kept the incident to herself into adulthood. The Bishops said they are the biggest givers at the church. Lebanon, PA, 7/15/1984 - 6/16/1986: Parochial Vicar, Holy Spirit, West Mifflin, PA, 6/16/1986 - 1/22/1987: In Residence, Cardinal Wright Center, 1/23/1987 - 2/1988: St. John's Hospital, Ministry, 11/29/1988 - 2/24/2003: Administrative Leave, 7/03/1930-7/21/1948 (sic): Parochial Vicar, Annunciation, North Side, PA, 1/04/1940-7/23/1941: Administrator, Annunciation, North Side, PA, 3/10/1946-3/27/1946: Vicar ENC, Annunciations, North Side, PA, 7/22/1948-10/16/1948: Vicar ENC PRO TEM, Master Dolorosa, Chicora, PA, 10/16/1948-6/25/1952: Pastor, Master Dolorosa, Chicora, PA, 6/26/1952-6/28/1983: Pastor, St. Gabriel, Whitehall, PA, 6/1960-5/1964: St. Kieran, Lawrenceville, PA, 5/1964-6/1966: St. John the Evangelist, Pittsburgh, PA, 6/1966-8/1971: St. Norbert, Pittsburgh, PA, 5/1975-6/1983: Annunciation, Pittsburgh, PA, 7/2000-9/2001: St. Maximilian Kolbe, Homestead, PA, 9/2001-11/2005: St.John Vianney, Pittsburgh, PA, 11/2005-8/2006: St. Cyril of Alexandria, Pittsburgh, PA, 8/2006-7/2014 St. Mary of Mercy, Pittsburgh, PA, 7/2014 -PresentEpiphany, Pittsburgh, PA, 6/15/1970-5/23/1973: Assistant, St. Jerome, Charleroi, PA, 5/22/1973-9/14/1978: Assistant, St. Canice, Pittsburgh (Knoxville), PA, 9/15/1978-3/28/1982: Assistant, St. Francis de Sales, McKees Rocks, PA, 3/29/1982-11/15/1985: Assistant, St. Paul, Butler, PA, 11/16/1985-8/24/1992: Pastor, St. Conrad, Meridian, PA, 8/25/1992-8/10/1995: Auditor-Assessor Tribunal, Diocese of Pittsburgh, 8/11/1995-6/29/1997: Pastor at Devine Mercy, Beaver Falls, PA, 6/30/1997-12/14/1997: Pastor at St. Irenaeus, Oakmont, PA, 12/15/1997-11/15/1998: Requested Leave of Absence for Personal Reasons, 11/16/1998-5/18/2003: Canonical Consultant Tribunal, Diocese of Pittsburgh, 5/19/2003: Withdrawn from active Priestly Ministry, 7/22/1948 - 2/6/1952: St. Peter, Butler, PA, 2/7/1952 - 1/30/1957: St.Aloysius, Wilmerding, PA, 1/31/1957 - 8/11/1958: PresentationBVM, Midland, PA, 10/16/1958 - 1/19/1960: Most Holy Name, Troy Hill, 1/20/1960 - 6/7/1960: No Assignment, in residence at St. Patrick, Strip District, 6/8/1960 - 10/13/1963: St. Catherine, Beechview, PA, 10/14/1963 - 12/13/1963: St. Agnes, Oakland, PA, 12/14/1963 - 5/26/1964: St. Joseph, North Side, PA, 5/27/1964 - 1/30/1968: Mt. 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