Since 1950, the Catholic Diocese of Springfield in Illinois has received 43 credible allegations of sexual abuse of a minor against 14 diocesan priests, according to a report released by Bishop George

Since 1950, the Catholic Diocese of Springfield in Illinois has received 43 credible allegations of sexual abuse of a minor against 14 diocesan priests, according to a report released by Bishop George J. Lucas. None of the priests involved remain in public ministry; the majority are deceased.