Archbishop Aymond announces memorandum of understanding
NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — Archbishop Gregory Aymond announced a memorandum of understanding that he says could bring the Archdiocese's bankruptcy to a close.
Aymond says the MOI is with the 'Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors,' a group that represents survivors of sex abuse in their claims against the Catholic Church.
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Aymond did not release any details of the agreement and adds the plan must still be confirmed in federal bankruptcy court.
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