Pope Francis said on Tuesday that before the resignation of the Canadian bishop, who was called a collective lawsuit against the church that claims sexual assault, said Pope Francis on Tuesday.
The Pope did not give a reason to replace Jean -Pierre Playes, a 75 -year -old bishop of French -speaking, Kepeck County, and the diocese said that the resignation was not related to allegations. He was also appointed alternative: Reverend Pierre Charlande, 62, is currently a leading member of the Catholic Catholicism.
In a statement, the Pope indicated that any 75 -year -old bishop is automatically asking to resign. The statement said that the Pope is making a decision regarding the acceptance of the offer “after examining all circumstances.”
Blais was mentioned in a list of sexual predators submitted as part of the collective lawsuit of victims against the Diocese of Quebec. He denied any violations.
“The nomination of a new bishop … is not related to allegations against the bishop Blais.”
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He added that Blais will not speak to the media.
–Participated in the reports of David Lyonghrene, edited by Caroline Street, Hugh Lawson and David Gregorio
