The Diocese of Oakland announced this week it is considering filing for bankruptcy due to hundreds of lawsuits that have been filed, alleging clergy members sexually abused children.
In a letter posted on the diocese website, Bishop Michael Barber said that 330 lawsuits have been filed against the diocese from 2020 to 2022.
He says he believes bankruptcy would allow the diocese to reorganize its financial affairs, while providing a way to support survivors. Barber's announcement drew swift criticism from the Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests, or SNAP. "They would be more honest and forthcoming and they would actually take care of the victims who led a life of pain after being molested," he added.
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