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St. Cloud priest arrested on accusations of sexual misconduct

St. Cloud priest arrested on accusations of sexual misconduct

The Rev. Anthony Oelrich has been charged with third-degree criminal sexual conduct for having an intimate relationship with a woman he was counseling.
by Tim Nelson

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Man accused in priest attack believed girlfriend was raped

A Minnesota man charged with attacking a priest in North Dakota accused the reverend during a bond hearing of raping a woman, an accusation that the Catholic Diocese of Fargo says has no merit.
by The Associated Press

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Rochester play shares intimate end-of-life stories

Rochester play shares intimate end-of-life stories

The experiences people have with loved ones before they pass on can be some of the most intimate and painful moments in life. That may be why we so often keep those stories to ourselves even though they can be life-changing.
by Cathy Wurzer

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MPR's Ground Level reporting on major issues

MPR's Ground Level reporting on major issues

Some of Minnesota Public Radio's in-depth reporting on the major issues facing Minnesota, including a look at what Minnesotans really think.

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Letter about abuse cover-up belies pope denial

Letter about abuse cover-up belies pope denial

The Associated Press obtained the eight-page letter, written in Francis' native Spanish, and was told by both the victim who wrote it and by members of the pope's sex-abuse commission that Francis' top adviser assured them he gave it to the pope.
by Associated Press

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Church bankruptcy mediator steps down

Arthur Boylan's resignation letter did not provide an explanation for his decision and he did not respond to a request for comment.
by Martin Moylan

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Archdiocese removes priest over misconduct allegations

The archdiocese says an adult has accused the Rev. Thomas Joseph of inappropriate conduct. Joseph says he is innocent and is cooperating with a police investigation.
by Tim Nelson

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Pope Francis accuses victims of notorious pedophile of slander

Pope Francis accuses victims of notorious pedophile of slander

It was an astonishing end to a visit meant to help heal the wounds of a sex abuse scandal that has cost the Catholic Church its credibility in the country.
by Associated Press

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HHS Religious Freedom Division draws praise, alarm in Minnesota

HHS Religious Freedom Division draws praise, alarm in Minnesota

The Trump administration has created a new Health and Human Services Department "Civil Rights" division that is fueling both praise and alarm in Minnesota.
by Mark Zdechlik

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