"Louisville Archbishop Takes Over Diocese of Knoxville Following Resignation of Embattled Bishop"
Louisville Archbishop Shelton Fabre has been appointed by the Vatican to oversee the Diocese of Knoxville after Bishop Richard Stika resigned under pressure following allegations of mishandling sex abuse allegations and complaints about his leadership and behavior. Fabre will serve as the temporary Apostolic Administrator until a new bishop is installed, splitting his time between Louisville and Knoxville. Stika's resignation marks the end of a turbulent chapter for the diocese, which saw priests revolt and appeal to the Vatican for relief. Stika is also facing lawsuits accusing him of mishandling sexual abuse allegations and seeking to silence accusers.