Ministry of Pontifical Mission Societies' national director restricted amid allegations (Diocese of Fall River)

In brief

The Diocese of Fall River has restricted Msgr. Roger Landry from exercising his priestly ministry following allegations that he violated diocesan codes of conduct in Fall River and New York. Msgr. Landry, the national director of the Pontifical Mission Societies, is taking a leave of absence from his position.

The diocese stated in a September 11 statement that none of the allegations involve minors. Msgr. Landry said the claims involve alleged violations of prudence, pastoral boundaries, and diocesan codes of conduct with adults. He maintains his innocence of any canonical violation or crime and said he will continue to defend his reputation under the law of the Church.