Regarding Reverend Joseph (Jack) Baker
On October 13, a jury in the Third Judicial Circuit Court of Michigan found Fr. Joseph (Jack) Baker guilty of criminal sexual conduct in the first degree. Regarding the trial, Archbishop Vigneron said: “I have followed the proceedings closely and am aware of the wounds experienced by all involved. May they receive the healing power of Christ in prayer.”
The Archdiocese of Detroit will not comment further until the matter is fully resolved. The sentencing hearing is scheduled for November 2.
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Previous statement regarding Fr. Joseph (Jack) Baker, June 20, 2019
Individuals with knowledge of sexual abuse by clergy or other Church representatives are urged to contact local law enforcement and/or the Michigan Attorney General’s Office at (844) 324-3374 or aginvestigations@michigan.gov.
Individuals also may contact the Archdiocese of Detroit by visiting protect.aod.org calling the toll-free, 24/7 victim assistance line at (866) 343-8055 or by emailing vac@aod.org.
There are no time limits or restrictions on individuals wishing to report abuse.
