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LANCASTER — The pastor of Immaculate Conception Parish in Lancaster has been removed from his post by the Worcester Diocese because of a “credible allegation” that he engaged in sexual misconduct with a minor 40 years ago, Bishop Robert J. McManus announced at the parish’s Masses this weekend.
The Rev. Edward P. Lettic, who has served as pastor at Immuclate Conception since 1993, was placed on leave after a victim came forward with the allegation, which was investigated by the Diocesan Review Committee.
“It is the first and only report of an allegation of misconduct which we have received involving Father Lettic,” McManus told parishioners. “Because of the serious nature of the allegation, and consistent with the Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People, I must relieve Father Lettic of his duties as pastor of the parish and to remove his faculties as a priest.”
McManus said he will appoint a temporary administrator this week to oversee the parish until a new pastor is named.
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