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.