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All Fifteen Catholic Dioceses in Texas will release names of clergy credibly accused of sexual abuse of minors
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Diocese of Dallas to Hold Ceremony of Sorrow and First of Four Listening Sessions
Diocese of Dallas Reports Crimes by a Now Suspended Member of the Clergy
Bishop Edward J. Burns has made parishioners at St. Cecilia Catholic Church aware of allegations of sexual abuse by their former pastor, Reverend Edmundo Paredes.
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Wednesday, October 10, 2018
All Fifteen Catholic Dioceses in Texas will release names of clergy credibly accused of sexual abuse of minors
Bishop Edward J. Burns says the Diocese of Dallas will release the names of all clergy credibly accused of sexual abuse of minors in his diocese dating back to 1950 through today.
Tuesday, October 9, 2018
Dates, Times and Locations for Town Hall meetings and Ceremony of Sorrow announced
Bishop Burns has announced dates and times for further actions to work for the protection of children and youth in the Catholic Diocese of Dallas.
Monday, August 20, 2018
Dallas Bishops and Priests Ask Pope to Hold Extraordinary Synod to Bring About Systemic Change
Bishop Edward J. Burns and priests in the Diocese of Dallas have petitioned Pope Francis by letter to hold an Extraordinary Synod, a meeting of the Church called for a special and urgent purpose, usually convened to decide an issue of doctrine, administration or application.
Monday, August 20, 2018
Statement from the Diocese of Dallas
“Bishop Burns was prepared to announce this allegation in March, but there was concern for the victims who asked that it not be made public out of their great fear that it would compromise their anonymity in the community. ”
Saturday, August 18, 2018
Diocese of Dallas Reports Crimes by a Now Suspended Member of the Clergy
From Bishop Burns: “With the utmost sensitivity to victims, I have pledged to continue efforts of transparency and need to make you aware of this atrocious and sad event.”
Wednesday, August 15, 2018
Update from Bishop Edward J. Burns on Pennsylvania Grand Jury Report
"As a priest ordained for the Diocese of Pittsburg in 1983, I felt it was important to express my distress over the findings of the report. The Pennsylvania report was issued Tuesday afternoon and I have now had a chance to read more of it and would like to update you on what and who I know named in the report."
Tuesday, August 14, 2018
Statement of Bishop Edward J. Burns on the Pennsylvania Grand Jury Report
"We cannot grow complacent or lukewarm in addressing this most critical issue. I recognize that my brother bishops and priests will only be able to restore the trust and credibility of our Church by truly being the men we say we are. "
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