[steadfastconservative]

This is also one of the most serious punishments, short of excommunication, that can be imposed on a priest. Hopefully, this case discourages other priests from doing the same thing.

[Carolina]

This is also one of the most serious punishments, short of excommunication, that can be imposed on a priest.

IIRC, the lay board was excommunicated by Abp. Burke. Since then, a couple of the members have reconciled with the Church.