Bishop Robert J. Mc Manus must release immediately the canon law 489 secret files of sexually abusive priests and religious in the Worcester, MA, Diocese. His lack of action has caused clergy sexual abuse victim/survivors to suffer re-victimization. The immediate and public releasing of files is a matter of public safety.
The Worcester Diocese must also immediately officially release the names of clergy sexual abusers who are in the secret files
What
A demonstration and press conference demanding that Bishop Robert J. Mc Manus release all canon law 489 secret files regarding clergy sexual abuse of children, teenagers, and vulnerable adults in the Worcester, MA, Diocese. He must also immediately and publicly release the names of clergy sexual abusers contained in the files
When
Sunday, November 15, 2026 from 9:00 am until Noon
Where
On the public sidewalk outside the Cathedral of Saint Paul, 38 High Street, Worcester, MA 01609
Who
Dr. Robert M. Hoatson, Founder and President of Road to Recovery, Inc. which assists victims of sexual abuse and their families.
Why
The recently released report of Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea J. Campbell regarding clergy sexual abuse in three dioceses, including Worcester, criticized the Worcester Diocese for not being open, honest, and transparent regarding secret clergy sexual abuse files. This practice must end immediately, and Bishop Robert Mc Manus is the only Massachusetts bishop who does not publish at least a partial list of credibly accused clergy and religious.
Contacts
Robert M. Hoatson, Ph.D., clergy sexual abuse survivor, and decades-long advocate for victim/survivors. He is the author of the book, “The Sacrifice of the Masses” about clergy sexual abuse – roberhoatson@gmail.com – 862-368-2800
Attorney Mitchell Garabedian, Boston, MA. – Office (617-523-6250); Cell (617-388-5252) mgarabedian@garabedianlaw.com
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