June 03, 2005

Memorial to victims of abuse postponed

DAVENPORT (IA)
Des Moines Register

The Davenport Catholic Diocese has postponed the dedication of a memorial to victims of clergy sexual abuse to 5 p.m. June 20 to allow more victims to attend.

The dedication for the Millstone Marker originally was scheduled for June 1.

The memorial will be installed at the Diocesan Pastoral Center, 2706 North Gaines St. in Davenport. The blessing and dedication of the marker will begin at 5 p.m. on the east side of the building, regardless of the weather conditions.

Bishop William Franklin of the Davenport Diocese will preside over the dedication. For information, call Deacon David Montgomery: (563) 324-5842.

Posted by kshaw at June 3, 2005 07:17 AM