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Diocese of Fort Worth

Vatican suppresses Texas Carmel

After a Vatican decree, questions remain about the property of a controversial Texas community

The Pillar
Dec 02, 2024
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A controversial Texas monastery was suppressed by the Vatican on Saturday, after a years-long fight between nuns and a diocesan bishop, which has included allegations of sexual misconduct, drug abuse, and schism at the Carmelite Monastery of the Most Holy Trinity.

But, while the Vatican’s handling of the monastery may be complete, questions are likely to…

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