Paper Demands Bishop's Resignation

The Tablet UK
May 1, 2013

http://www.thetablet.co.uk/latest-news/5255

The largest newspaper in the state of New Jersey has called for Newark Archbishop John Myers to resign after reporting that a priest who admitted to abusing a child was still active in ministry with children.

The Star-Ledger reports that Fr Michael Fugee admitted to molesting a teenage boy, but his conviction was overturned on a legal technicality. To avoid re-trial, Fugee underwent therapy and the archdiocese assured prosecutors he would never be permitted an assignment that would place him near children.

In fact, he has participated in several youth-centred events at St Mary's parish, including weekend retreats. The newspaper report was accompanied by an editorial demanding that Archbishop Myers resign.

Prosecutors are examining the case.