MINNESOTA
KSTP

[with video]

By: Scott Theisen

It’s a significant development involving the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis following a chain of alarming allegations. Following mounting pressure, the archdiocese will release the names of priests accused of sexually abusing children.

Archbishop John Nienstedt announced the decision on Monday in an open letter. One expert told 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS it signals the archdiocese may be turning a corner on this issue.
For some, that would be a welcome change.

“It has been swept under for way too long, and mistakes have been made,” said Shelley Olson, a parishioner in Minneapolis.

For weeks, it’s been allegations, revelations, and condemnations.

“I’ve talked with a lot of friends of mine that are Catholic, and they say, ‘When are they going to get their act together?’” said Lea Nowak, another parishioner in Minneapolis.

Many Catholics hope Monday was the day that happened.

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