Fr. Benedict Worry

Diocese: Archdiocese of Newark

Religious Order: Benedictine

Notes:

Was a religious brother, “Br. Michael” with Brothers of the Holy Rosary (F.S.R.). Worked in Reno diocese; taught at Manogue High School 1974-78, directed CYO program. Ordained a Benedictine priest in 1987. Taught at Delbarton School in NJ for 18 years. In 6/12 a man joined in an existing suit against Delbarton Schoo to allege abuse in 1980s by Worry. Worry had been removed from assignment 1/12 and sent to St. Mary’s Abbey after allegation of misconduct with an individual in 1990s. Said to be under strict supervision. It is believed there are two separate accusers.

Sources:

Miner Messenger Spring 2011; Morristown Patch 06.05.12; The Record [North Jersey] 06.05.12Under The Green Wave 06.05.12WHTC 06.05.12NJ WKXW-FM Radio 06.06.12Star-Ledger 06.06.12Courthouse News Service 03.26.15NJcom 03.03.17; http://bishop-accountability.org/