Reverend Edward M. Czemerda, age 63, Senior Parochial Vicar, St. Agnes Parish, Holy Trinity Parish both in West Mifflin, and Christ the Light of the World Parish, St. Joseph Parish both in Duquesne died, Saturday, November 17, 2018. He was ordained to the priesthood on May 23, 1987
On September 12, 2018, Bishop David Zubik placed Father Richard M. Lelonis, 73, on administrative leave pending further investigation into two allegations of sexual abuse of minors.
November 8, 2018: The Diocese of Pittsburgh is establishing an independently administered survivors’ compensation program to aid those who suffered abuse at the hands of Catholic clergy.
Bishop David Zubik will host four listening sessions in late November and early December, and is asking parishioners and others to attend to express their thoughts and concerns, and to offer suggestions following the release of the Pennsylvania Grand Jury Report.