Priest Resigns Over Sexual Misconduct
The former Cranston and Woonsocket Rev. Monsignor John Allard admitted to an improper relationship a boy 30 years ago, according to the diocese.
Update: Thirty years ago, Rev. Monsignor John Allard was assigned at Immaculate Conception in Cranston. Turnto10.com reports the priest has admitted to an improper relationship with a boy in 1981 at the church. Rev. Monsignor John Allard of St. Agatha and Precious Blood Parishes has resigned after an allegation of sexual misconduct with a minor more than 30 years ago. According to a release posted by The Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence on its website, the priest "has taken responsibility for his actions and has expressed his profound remorse for the harm he has caused." WPRI.com, which has also reported on this story, has posted a photo of Msgr. Allard with their coverage. Msgr. Allard has been placed on administrative leave, and …
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