Fr. John Golobich

John GolobichDate of birth: 03/03/1923

Date of ordination: 6/5/1948

Abuse History:

On 12/31/13, the Diocese released its list of 17 clergy, including Golobich, who had been credibly accused of sexual abuse of young persons while serving in the Diocese and another five who had been accused while residing in the diocese at some time. Hewas reprimanded for inappropriate behavior involving hugging and kissing. No time frame given.

Source:  http://bishop-accountability.orgDiocese of Duluth List of Clergy With Credible Claims 12.31.13; Diocese of Duluth Statement by Bishop Sirba 12.31.13;Duluth News Tribune 12.31.13; Legal Examiner 12.31.13; Northlands News Center 12.31.13; Star Tribune 12.31.13; Duluth News Tribune 01.01.14

Assignments in Diocese of Duluth:

  • Asst. Pastor: Blessed Sacrament Church, Hibbing – 8/5/1948 – 8 /10/1955
  • Pastor: St. Michael’s Church, Kerrick ­8/10/1955 – 11/13/1958
  • Pastor: St. Joseph’s Church, Lakewood – 11/13/1958 – 2/4/1960
  • Pastor: St. Joseph’s Church, Gnesen ­ 11/13/1958 – 2/ 4/1960
  • Administrator: St. Martin’s Church, Tower – 2/4/1960 – 4/ 28/1960
  • Pastor: St. Martin’s Church, Tower – 4/28/1960 – 6/29/1965
  • Pastor: Finland Air Station – 6/29/1965 – 7/1/1981
  • Pastor: St. Mary’s Church, Silver Bay – 6/ 29/1965 – 7/1/1981
  • Pastor: St. Anthony’s Church, Duluth – 7/1/1981 – 7/11/1984
  • Pastor: St. James Church, Duluth – 7/11/1984 – 7/14/1993
  • Administrator: St. Elizabeth Church, Duluth – 7/12/2001 – 1/15/2002

Retired: 7/14/1993

Died 6/5/2011

Source: http://www.bishop-accountability.org/news2013/11_12/2013_12_31_RomanCatholicDioceseofDuluth_ClergyWith.htm