StarTribune: After the Rev. Gil Gustafson was convicted of child sex abuse 30 years ago, the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis made sure he was financially secure for decades to come.
The church continued his priestly salary and health insurance, covered his living expenses and psychological treatment and paid for his education and training, according to church records and a former archdiocese accountant. It has given him jobs in the chancery, helped him establish his own consulting business and steered clients his way.
Cases involving financial support or benefits for individuals accused of abuse often raise broader questions about institutional responsibility and how organizations respond to credible allegations. Public attention in these cases can lead to policy changes, increased transparency, and greater accountability.