Priest resigns in Springfield (the diocese where the chancellor was severely beaten), bishop responds promptly, no one knows what’s up

Psychological problems and some personal issues," have led the Rev. Don Blickhan to resign from his recent appointment as pastor of Blessed Sacrament Parish in Springfield, according to Bishop George Lucas.

A parish staff member brought these problems to Lucas’ attention several days ago, the bishop told a group of about 500 parishioners at a meeting Monday night in the Blessed Sacrament gymnasium. Blickhan did not attend.