Fr. Steven Harris
One of 21 priests placed on administrative leave by Philadelphia archdiocese 3/7/11 pending investigation for credible allegations involving sexual abuse or inappropriate behavior with minors. Last assignment was as pastor at St. Isaac Jogues in Wayne. Had served as chancellor for archdiocese. Found suitable for ministry 7/6/12 after Review Board determined misconduct claims were unsubstantiated. Assigned to Tribunal and Chancery. Pastor of St. Bridget’s in East Falls since 6/15; placed again on leave 12/15 due to “concerns regarding his suitability for ministry at this time,” and not due to allegations of a crime.
- Background Information on Priest by Archdiocese of Philadelphia 7.6.12
- Philadelphia Inquirer 03.08.11
- Statement of Cardinal Rigali Regarding Administrative Leaves 03.08.11
- Archdiocese of Philadelphia Press Release 03.08.11
- NY Times 03.08.11
- Philadelphia Inquirer 03.09.11
- Daily Local News 03.09.11
- Mt Airy Patch 03.10.11
- Philadelphia Inquirer 03.10.11
- NBC 10 07.06.12
- The Republic 07.06.12
- Philadelphia Inquirer 07.06.12
- Newsworks 07.06.12
- Statement by Archdiocese of Philadelphia 07.06.12
- Philadelphia Inquirer 07.09.12
- Philadelphia Inquirer 12.21.15
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