12
January
BISHOP: I WAS ABUSED BY PRIEST
Auxiliary Bishop Thomas Gumbleton of Detroit revealed in written remarks prepared for an appearance yesterday that he was abused by a priest 60 years ago. He is believed to be the first U.S. bishop to disclose that he was a victim of sexual abuse by clergy. He also wrote that there is a strong likelihood some perpetrators have not yet been exposed, and the only way to ensure they will be is through the courts.
(Columbus, Ohio)