Fr. (Thomas) Gregory Manning

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Date of birth: 05/25/1918

Date of ordination: 3/25/1944

Abuse History:

On 12/31/13, the Diocese released its list of 17 clergy, including Manning, 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. Served in Diocese from 1944-1957. Removed from ministry 10/16/57 and left the diocese in 12/1/57. Died 8/15/79.

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; Duluth News Tribune 01.01.14

Assignments in Diocese of Duluth:

  • Asst. Pastor: St. Joseph’s Church, Chisholm – 4/28/1944 – 7/25/1946
  • Asst. Pastor: St. John the Evangelist Church, Duluth – 7/25/1946 – 7/20/1950
  • Pastor: St. Louis Church, Floodwood, & missions of Goodland & Warba – 7/20/1950 – 7/22/1953
  • Pastor: St. John the Baptist Church, Biwabik – 7/22/1953 – 10/16/1957

Died 8/15/1979

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