Along with three other survivors, Rose Wiseman accused Fr. Joaquin Resma of child sexual abuse in a lawsuit. That case was settled out of court, but another one has recently been filed alleging abuse by the priest. Rose’s parish, Our Lady of Health in Las Cruces, New Mexico, belonged to the Diocese of El Paso at the time, but became a part of the Diocese of Las Cruces in 1982. Fr. Resma is not included on the lists of “credibly accused” clergy from either Diocese.

We know that at least five survivors have now gone public with accusations against Fr. Resma. Others may have reported to Catholic officials, or may still be suffering alone and in silence. We also know that false allegations of child sexual abuse are extremely rare, and multiple false allegations are even rarer. We stand with the victims. How many survivors does it take to…