Father DeOreo still faces an uphill battle with the Diocese of Lafayette in Indiana to return to his work as Catholic Priest. Although no charges were ever filed against him, and the diocese saw no merit in the claims made against him (and even declined to compensate the alleged victim), the diocese still refuses to let him return to his work as a Priest. He has been forced to file suit against the diocese for the following reasons:

1. He requests all documents and information that are the basis for removing him from his priestly duties be provided to him.

2. The diocese claims that the information used to reach their decision is protected, and therefore refuses to share it with him.

3. As a result, even though he is innocent of any wrong doing, he cannot refute the concealed information.

4. Father DeOreo agrees not to make any of this 'protected information' public, but demands that it be shared with him, his legal counsel, and the court so that he may fully and legally clear his name.

5. This suit asks the court to order the diocese to provide this information at a hearing scheduled for March 3rd.

As predicted, pursuing justice for Father DeOreo is very expensive. This next phase of the litigation is estimated to personally cost him $25,000. Any financial assistance you can provide is greatly appreciated!

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c/o Michael L. Einterz, Attorney at Law
4600 Northwest Plaza West Drive
Zionsville, Indiana 46077

Fr. DeOreo is unable, at this time, to personally thank all the individuals who have helped him in his just cause. However, he spends his days in study and prayer with the intentions of OLMC and his benefactors foremost in his heart.

This campaign is unpublished.