By Philip Phi
Posted Sep 16, 2026 at 9:21 AM
A Madison priest, Andrew Showers, was arrested in Clintonville on August 24, 2025, on allegations of traveling to meet a 14-year-old girl for sexual activity. Clintonville police have not filed formal charges, and Showers was released after posting bond. The Madison Diocese has restricted Showers from public ministry, stating they had not received prior misconduct allegations against him. Since his ordination in 2017, Showers served at churches in Berlin and Green Lake in 2022 and 2023, as well as parishes in Madison, Waunakee, Clinton, and Wisconsin Dells.
Chief of Police Craig Freitag emphasized the importance of parents monitoring their children’s online interactions, highlighting law enforcement’s commitment to child safety. This case underscores the need for vigilance and collaboration among agencies to protect vulnerable individuals. As communities seek justice and accountability, they are reminded of the biblical call to “act justly and love mercy” (Micah 6:8), striving for truth and care for those affected.
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