a recurring recap of God’s omnipotence
New Pope closes his eyes and prays silently, says he’ll ‘uproot evil’ of clerical sexual abuse
Illinois: Peoria pastor arrested, accused of crimes involving a juvenile
Archdiocese of Baltimore wants charitable immunity to avoid paying for priests’ kiddie rapes
Michigan pastor prays for donations while son-in-law faces prison for preying on minor
Minnesota: Former leader of faith-based nonprofit pleads guilty to possession of child sexual abuse material
Minnesota: Woman alleges sexual misconduct by Catholic priest in Diocese of St. Cloud
Nebraska: Diocese limits priest’s ministerial assignment after accusation of sexual assault
Texas: Former Wylie pastor and substitute teacher arrested for child sexual abuse, officials say
West Virginia: Elkins pastor arrested for soliciting a minor via computer
Wisconsin investigation of clergy and faith leaders has received over 300 reports
Of course, the vast majority of crooked or pervy religious leaders get away with everything. Of those that are caught, many are quietly reassigned to other duties, not defrocked or punished. Of the few cases that aren’t hushed up, there’s no knowing how many make the news, but undoubtedly I miss most of them, in compiling this list.
Last week in God’s divine plan
10/12/2025
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