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Texas priest trial hears testimony on alleged encounter with congregant
Court testimony described an incident involving a Roman Catholic priest and a woman receiving spiritual guidance. Anthony Odiong, 57, faces criminal charges related to his conduct with female congregants.
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Testimony presented on the second day of a Texas trial described an encounter between Anthony Odiong, a Roman Catholic priest, and a woman to whom he was providing spiritual guidance. According to the testimony, the woman's son confronted the priest after finding him with his mother.
" Odiong, 57, is charged with exploiting his status as a clergyman to pursue sexual relationships with spiritually vulnerable female congregants.
The trial is taking place in Texas. Court proceedings are ongoing.
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