Parishioners Rejoice as Vatican Overrules Church Closings

LAKEWOOD (OH)
Fox 8

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LAKEWOOD, Ohio — At St. James Church in Lakewood, parishioners said their prayers have been answered.

The Vatican overturned the closings of 13 Cleveland-area parishes, according to the attorney who led a legal fight against their doors being shut for good.

According to attorney Peter Borre, the ruling was handed down by the Congregation of the Clergy last week.

Borre tells Fox 8 News’ Kevin Freeman, the clergy showed that Bishop Richard Lennon did not follow proper procedure in closing the parishes in 2009.

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