Fr. James W. Lennon
Following a recent court order, on 12/16/2013 Bishop Quinn released a list of 13 names of priests who had credible allegations against them of abuse involving minors. Lennon’s inclusion on this list is the first public notice that he had been accused of abuse. Voluntarily left active ministry in 6/1984. The Diocese updated information on its list 6/23/2014, noting he was laicized. Had relationships with two adult women after leaving ministry. Admitted to the Diocese that he had sexually abused a 17-year-old girl for several years but denied abusing any other person. Died 8/8/2000.
- Pioneer Press 12.16.13
- Diocese of Winona Statement and List of Accused Priests with Assignments 12.16.13
- Star Tribune 12.16.13
- Anderson & Assoc Press Release 12.16.13
- Winona Daily News 12.17.13
- Winona Post 12.18.13
- WXOW 06.23.14
- Diocese of Winona Updated List & Media Statement 06.23.14
- Winona Daily News 06.23.14
- Winona Daily News 06.24.14
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