Statement on Monsignor Kieran Harrington

An allegation of inappropriate conduct with an adult (not a minor) was received on March 6,
2023, against Reverend Monsignor Kieran E. Harrington, a priest of the Diocese of Brooklyn
serving as the National Director of The Pontifical Mission Societies in the United States.

A thorough investigation was conducted and presented to the Diocese of Brooklyn’s Adult
Allegation Committee (AAC). The AAC, comprised of professionals in the fields of law
enforcement, human resources, law, and psychology, found sufficient proof of inappropriate
behavior with an adult – a violation of the code of conduct and Priestly Holy Orders.

As a result of this finding, Monsignor Harrington submitted his resignation to The Pontifical
Mission Societies.

At this time, the Diocese of Brooklyn has placed Monsignor Harrington on a leave of absence from his priestly ministry pending an evaluation to determine his suitability to serve the Church in the future.

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