RHODE ISLAND
Patch
By Rob Borkowski
Rev. Monsignor John Allard of St. Agatha and Precious Blood Parishes has resigned after an allegation of sexual misconduct with a minor more than 30 years ago.
According to a release posted by The Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence on their website, the priest “has taken responsibility for his actions and has expressed his profound remorse for the harm he has caused.”
WPRI.com, which has also reported on this story, has posted a photo of Msgr. Allard with their coverage.
Msgr. Allard has been placed on administrative leave, and his permission to serve as a priest has been revoked. He has moved out of the rectory and will reside at a private residence.
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