Fr. James J. Collins
Placed on administrative leave without privileges 5/26/13 after an allegation that he sexually abused a minor approximately 40 years prior. Taught at Holy Family University from 1976 to retirement in 2013 and was living at St Martha’s rectory. Archdiocese investigated and said this was the first allegation against Collins. Matter reported to the police. May have been working at Roman Catholic High School for Boys during time of alleged abuse. Found Not Suitable for Ministry 02/23/14 and permanently removed.
- Philadelphia Inquirer 05.26.13
- Statement by Archdiocese of Philadelphia 05.26.13
- NBC 10 05.26.13
- CatholicPhilly 05.26.13
- Catholics4Change 05.27.13
- Catholics4Change 02.21.14
- Daily Times 02.23.14
- NBC 10 02.23.14
- CBS Philly 02.23.14
- Statement by Archdiocese of Philadelphia 02.23.14
- Philadelphia Inquirer 02.23.14
- Philadelphia Daily News 02.24.14
- WPVI 02.24.14
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