Casa Jesus controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2025
Former alumnus removed from ministry
Xamie Reyes, identified as a graduate of the program, was reported to have been removed from priestly ministry in the Chicago archdiocese following accusations of sexual misconduct with seminarians.
2016
Criminal charge and closure of the program
Muñoz was charged with possession of child pornography and later arrested in Chicago following extradition proceedings. Casa Jesus suspended operations in September 2016.
2016
Additional misconduct cases involving priests associated with the program
Reference accounts describe arrests and other misconduct allegations involving priests with ties to Casa Jesus, contributing to broader scrutiny of the program’s formation practices and oversight.
2015
Child-pornography investigation involving former rector
A laptop found in the former apartment of rector Octavio Muñoz appeared to contain child pornography. The Archdiocese of Chicago investigated, removed Muñoz from ministry, and withdrew his priestly faculties. The incident later resulted in criminal charges.
2002
Allegations involving an alumnus and former participant
A civil lawsuit reportedly included allegations that priest alumnus Domingo Hurtado-Badillo brought Casa Jesus students to gay bars and sexually assaulted a fellow student. The allegations and their legal disposition should be interpreted separately from criminal convictions.