News Release
December 23, 2003
STATEMENT FROM THE
OFFICE FOR COMMUNICATIONS
ARCHDIOCESE OF PHILADELPHIA
Regarding Lawsuit Filed on December 23, 2003
The Archdiocese has just learned of plans to file this lawsuit and has not had the opportunity to review it. Nonetheless, it is not the practice of the Archdiocese to comment on pending litigation nor the specifics of individual cases. However it is important to note that the priest named in the lawsuit is not in active ministry.
The Archdiocese is consistently strengthening its efforts to protect young people. It is the intent of the Archdiocese to honor the mandates and spirit of The Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People approved by the United States Bishops in June 2002. The goal of the Archdiocese is to take whatever steps are necessary to protect the young people in our care. The efforts undertaken clearly demonstrate that commitment.
The Archdiocese has established a Victims Assistance Coordination Program. Anyone who wishes to make a report of sexual abuse of a minor may call the Victims Assistance Coordinators at
215- 587-3880.
Contact
Donna Farrell
Broadcast and Media Specialist
215-587-3747