M.B. and her attorney filed the multi-million-dollar lawsuit against World Community, Legacy International, and its founder J.E. Rash.

RICHMOND, Va. – The Catholic Diocese of Richmond announced Thursday that it is paying $6.3 million to 51 people who experienced sexual abuse as minors by clergy. The diocese released details in a report on its website. In February, Bishop Barry Knestout directed the formation of a program meant to offer assistance to those who experienced abuse. The diocese said it’s funding the program through the Catholic Diocese of Richmond’s self-insurance program, as well as a loan and contributions from other religious orders, where appropriate. The report also said the claims process did not involve confidentiality agreements, allowing victims to retain the rights to discuss their claim and their abuse.