Fr. Christopher Buckner

Ordained: 1980
Status: Accused

Diocese: Diocese of Arlington VA

Placed on leave in 5/07 after allegations of inappropriate conduct with a minor 1992-94. Matter reported to police. Buckner denied the allegations. Working with Catholic Distance University when placed on leave from St. Veronica’s in Chantilly. On diocese’s list in 2/19. It notes that the allegation was deemed credible by the Diocesan Review Board. Buckner contested the finding, but waived his right to “further canonical recourse” due to poor health. Retired without faculties in 2018.


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