The Diocese of Borongan announced Pope Francis' dismissal of Pio C. Aclon from the clerical state due to alleged sexual abuse involving minors in a letter posted on September 17, 2023. (Photo courtesy of the Diocese of Borongan Facebook) MANILA, Philippines — The Diocese of Borongan on Sunday announced Pope Francis' dismissal of Pio C. Aclon from the clerical state due to alleged sexual abuse involving minors. In a letter dated July 18 and signed by Father James B. Abella, it said that Aclon is no longer a cleric and cannot exercise priestly ministry in the church.

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