Independent Task Force on the Response
to Sexual Abuse Releases Final Report

Bishop Byrne Accepts Strategic Plan for Improvement

The Independent Task Force on the Response to Sexual Abuse within the Diocese of Springfield has released its final report ,which contains its recommendations to Bishop William D. Byrne. The Task Force has been at work for 20 months, developing a strategic plan to address the goal of improving the diocese’s response to allegations of abuse and its efforts to assure a safe environment for all minors. Please read the full report and strategic plan below.