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Cardinal Cupich reinstates Chicago priest and social activist cleared of abuse allegations

Cardinal Cupich reinstates Chicago priest and social activist cleared of abuse allegations

Tuesday, August 25, 2026

Cardinal Blase J. Cupich of Chicago reinstated Father Michael Pfleger to public ministry after an inquiry cleared him of abuse allegations. The post Cardinal Cupich reinstates Chicago priest and social activist cleared of abuse allegations first appeared on OSV News.

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