Fr. Paul A. Castellani
One of 21 priests placed on administrative leave by the Philadelphia archdiocese 3/7/2011 pending investigation for credible allegations involving sexual abuse or inappropriate behavior with minors. Last assignment was as pastor of St. Philomena Church in Lansdowne. Per a 7/6/2012 announcement, Castellani was found suitable for ministry after the diocese determined the allegations were unsubstantiated.
- Archdiocese of Philadelphia Press Release 3.8.11
- Statement of Cardinal Rigali Regarding Administrative Leaves 3.8.11
- Philadelphia Inquirer 3.9.11
- NY Times 3.8.11
- Philadelphia Inquirer 3.8.11
- Philadelphia Inquirer 7.9.12
- Newsworks 7.6.12
- The Republic 7.6.12
- Philadelphia Inquirer 7.6.12
- Statement by Ardchdiocese of Philadelphia 7.6.12
- Philadelphia Inquirer 03.10.11
- Daily Times 03.10.11
- NBC 10 07.06.12
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