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Newly ordained Bishop of Cloyne promises reconciliation in diocese badly affected by clerical abuse
By
PATRICK COUNIHAN,
IrishCentral Staff Writer
Published Wednesday, January 30, 2013
The new Bishop of Cloyne has vowed to bring about reconciliation in one of the dioceses worst hit by clerical sex abuse scandals.
Dr William Crean made the pledge at his inauguration at Cobh Cathedral when he paid tribute to Archbishop Dermot Clifford for his role in ensuring the diocese meets child protection safety standards.
The Irish Times reports that Bishop Crean told his congregation: “We can be confident that the best practice now prevails and will be subject to continual renewals.
“Today I renew my commitment to continue the work of healing. This work will take time, understanding and patience.”
He also told the paper that he believed it would take a long time for healing to take place but that he was determined to do all he could to bring about reconciliation.
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