The bishop emeritus of Albany says that the diocese once handled allegations of sexual abuse against priests without notifying law enforcement, returning accused priests to ministry following treatment. Priests with allegations would be returned to ministry upon the approval of a “licensed psychologist or psychiatrist,” Bishop Howard Hubbard said. “The professional advice we received was well-intended but flawed, and I deeply regret that we followed it.”

 

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