A Haverhill Roman Catholic church left on the edge of financial ruin after its pastor was accused of stealing more than $83,000 from the parish has had the money replaced.
The Archdiocese of Boston said in a letter to parishioners at St. John the Baptist Church that insurance was used to replace the missing money.
The Eagle-Tribune reports that the letter also said the Rev. Keith LeBlanc, who is charged in the theft, is expected to make restitution.
LeBlanc resigned as pastor in June. The archdiocese said at the time that there were financial irregularities at the parish and LeBlanc was receiving counseling. A police report indicated that LeBlanc was addicted to pornography.
LeBlanc has pleaded not guilty to a larceny charge and is free on personal recognizance.
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