January 28, 2010
Monsignor Placed On Leave Amid Child Porn Accusations
FOREST HILLS, NY -- Allegations of child pornography are shaking up the Catholic Diocese of Brooklyn. Monsignor Michael Dempsey has been placed on administrative leave, meaning he may not perform public priestly ministry. The diocese acknowledges Dempsey is under federal investigation for violating child porn laws. Dempsey's parishioners at Our Lady Queen of Martyrs in Forest Hills were notified last weekend. "You are undoubtedly aware of the deep suffering and hurt that surround any matter of child abuse, especially when allegations involve a member of the clergy. It can damage, often irreparably, the innocence, the trust and the reputations of all who are in any way affected by it." Bishop DiMarzio said in a letter read to parishioners.Click Here For The Full Story......