BARABOO (WI)
Baraboo News Republic
By Scott De Laruelle
BARABOO - St. Joseph Catholic Church Priest Gerald Vosen is still on leave as his church hearing continues nearly two years after he was accused of sexual abuse.
"We're just kind of waiting," Vosen said.
Vosen said the next step in his legal process will be a change of verdict hearing Oct. 5, stemming from his recent unsuccessful civil suit against one of his accusers.
Vosen, 71, said the church investigation is still ongoing, and said he could not speculate on how long it will take. He said he appreciates the continued support of friends, colleagues and parishioners.
"We did have a group of priests that sponsored a prayer service Aug. 30, and over 55 percent of the priests in the diocese showed up," Vosen said. "That was very nice."