Pope Francis dismisses retired Grand Haven priest from the Clerical State due to sexual abuse allegations
The incidents of sexual abuse that occurred from 1999-2006 happened while Langlois was serving as pastor of St. Patrick - St. Anthony Parish in Grand Haven. Author: 13 ON YOUR SIDE Staff Published: 3:29 PM EDT May 7, 2021 Updated: 6:36 PM EDT May 7, 2021
A retired Catholic priest who served a lakeshore parish has been dismissed by Pope Francis from the clerical state due to sexual abuse.
Retired priest Fr. William Langlois dismissal includes a dispensation from all obligations of the clerical state, including celibacy.
According to the Diocese of Grand Rapids, Langlois may no longer minister as a priest, celebrate the sacraments, wear clerical dress, or present himself as a priest.