Fr. James Csaszar

Ordained: 1999
Status: Accused

Died: 12/20/2017
Diocese: Diocese of Columbus OH

Pastor of Resurrection in New Albany, previously long-time pastor of St. Rose in New Lexington. Placed on leave 11/7/2017 by the diocese due to “excessive and questionable text and telephone communications with a minor and potential misuse of church funds.” The minor was a 16-year-old boy. Police were investigating. Csaszar took his own life in 12/2017. In 4/2018 investigators said he left suicide notes. He denied sexual contact with any child or adult. The boy denied a sexual relationship, but said he felt manipulated and threatened by Csaszar. The diocese said text messages between the two referenced a nude photo of the boy.


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