After priest’s conviction for sexual assault, a Louisiana chapel he built removes his name
The Our Lady of Guadalupe healing chapel in Louisiana has removed the name of Anthony Odiong following his conviction for sexual assault. Odiong, a former priest, was found guilty of exploiting his position to sexually abuse female parishioners. The chapel's actions reflect a broader effort to distance itself from his legacy and support the survivors of his crimes.
- ▪Anthony Odiong was convicted of sexual assault in Texas and had his name removed from the chapel he helped build.
- ▪The chapel, located in Luling, Louisiana, was founded with funds raised by Odiong, totaling approximately $600,000.
- ▪Survivors of Odiong's abuse are now being recognized, as the chapel seeks to erase his legacy.
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The Our Lady of Guadalupe healing chapel on 29 May 2026. Photograph: Ramon Antonio VargasView image in fullscreenThe Our Lady of Guadalupe healing chapel on 29 May 2026. Photograph: Ramon Antonio VargasNew Orleans clergy abuseAfter priest’s conviction for sexual assault, a Louisiana chapel he built removes his nameAnthony Odiong was convicted of sexually victimizing congregants; now a chapel he helped found is distancing itself from himRamon Antonio Vargas in Luling, LouisianaSat 30 May 2026 12.57 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleAt the suburban New Orleans healing chapel he once helped build in his role as a Roman Catholic priest, hours after he had been convicted on Friday in Texas of criminal clergy sexual assault, Anthony Odiong’s name had already been removed.But what still…
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