Posts Tagged ‘Ex-Bishop Howard J. Hubbard’

Retired bishop accused of abuse now married

Thursday, August 3rd, 2023
Retired bishop marries

A retired bishop who is a defendant in multiple sexual misconduct lawsuits revealed on Tuesday that he recently married a woman after the Vatican declined his plea to leave the clergy. Bishop Howard J Hubbard (pictured) served as the leader of the Albany NY diocese from 1977 until his retirement in 2014. He holds the Read more

Catholic bishop admits covering up sexual abuse allegations

Thursday, March 31st, 2022
covering up allegations of sexual abuse

The former bishop of the diocese of Albany, New York, has acknowledged covering up allegations of sexual abuse against children by priests. Howard J Hubbard made the admission during a deposition taken last year. He said he didn’t take action in part to avoid scandal and protect the reputation of the diocese. Hundreds of people Read more