Archdiocese deems 2 Pa. priests ‘unsuitable’

PHILADELPHIA (PA)
New Jersey Herald

Posted: May 20, 2012 3:52 PM

PHILADELPHIA (AP) – The Archdiocese of Philadelphia says two priests have been found unsuitable for ministry following allegations of sexual abuse of minors.

A statement from the archdiocese Sunday says the priests, who are both in their 70s, “have agreed to accept a supervised life of prayer and penance.”

Officials alleged that a May 2010 abuse allegation against one priest had been substantiated, while in December a retired priest had self-reported such conduct.

The statement said announcements regarding the archdiocese’s actions were made Sunday at Philadelphia and suburban parishes.

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