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Statement on Rev. Emile R. Boutin, Jr.   “Late today the Archdiocese was informed of the arrest of Rev. Emile R. Boutin, Jr. earlier this morning.  Fr. Boutin will refrain from public ministry while the case is pending.  Our prayers are with all those impacted by this matter.”

(Braintree, Mass.) June 20, 2010…The Archdiocese of Boston today announced the revocation of Rev. Gabriel Michel’s faculties to perform public ministry while in the Archdiocese of Boston as a result of receiving allegations of adult sexual misconduct. 

Braintree, MA – The Archdiocese of Boston announced that Rev. Keith P. Leblanc has resigned as Pastor of Saint John the Baptist Parish in Haverhill, MA. 

Braintree, MA – On Friday, June 18th, Blessed Mother Teresa of Calcutta Parish in Dorchester will welcome the relics, crucifix, rosary and sandals of Mother Teresa. 

Braintree, MA – The Archdiocese of Boston announced the appointment of a search committee to help in the selection of a new Secretary of Institutional Advancement and Executive Director of the Catholic Foundation. 

“Dean John Garvey is an outstanding selection to be President of Catholic University.   His commitment to the mission of Catholic education and dedication to exceptional academic achievement will be of great benefit to the University and its students and faculty.

(Braintree, Mass.) June 13, 2010…The Archdiocese of Boston today announced that it has placed Rev. Dominic F. Menna on administrative leave as a result of receiving allegations of sexual abuse of children. 

(Braintree, Massachusetts) June 10, 2010…The Archdiocese of Boston today released its annual financial report for the Fiscal Year ending June 30, 2009. 

Braintree, MA -- Cardinal Seán P. O’Malley announced today the appointment of Rev. Rodney J. Copp, JCL, pastor at St. Charles Borromeo Parish in Waltham, as Director of the Society for the Propagation of the Faith for the Archdiocese of Boston.