OHIO
Akron Beacon Journal
By Colette M. Jenkins
Beacon Journal religion writer
Published: March 13, 2012
The Catholic Diocese of Cleveland is still awaiting official word from the Vatican that the decision to close 13 parishes has been overturned.
On Monday, Bishop Richard G. Lennon issued the following statement: “The Diocese has not formally received from the Vatican any decrees from the Congregation of Clergy concerning parish appeals; subsequently, no response is available at this time.
“I am aware of the interest that these reports have raised within our community. I assure you, that as soon as I receive official notification, I will share that with the community. At that time, I will begin a review of the rulings with my advisers.”
The statement is in response to news reports last week that the Vatican had reversed Lennon’s decision to close 13 parishes, including St. John the Baptist and St. Mary’s in Akron.
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