Fr. Richard Jones: Clergy Credibly Accused of Sexual Misconduct With a Minor

Fr. Richard Jones

Ordained: 1973
Assignments:
  • 1974: Unknown
  • 1975: St. Williams, Albany, NY (ALB)
  • 1976-1979: Unknown
  • 1980-1982: St. Mary’s, Ballston Spa, NY (ALB)
  • 1983-1985: Visitation of the Blessed Mary, Schuylervile, NY (ALB)
  • 1986-1987: St. Anthony’s, Schenectady, NY (ALB)
  • 1988: Absent on Leave (ALB)
  • 1989-2019: Unknown

Fr. Richard Jones worked as a priest in the Diocese of Albany for approximately 10 years until he resigned from ministry in 1986. Fr. Jones was included on the Diocese of Albany’s lists of “Clergy Credibly Accused While Serving in the Diocese of Albany.” The details of the sexual abuse allegations, including when and where the alleged abuse occurred, are unknown. Fr. Jones’ status as a priest, current whereabouts, and whether he has access to children are unknown.