WAUKEGAN, Ill. (WLS) -- A pastor in the north suburbs is facing sexual misconduct allegations, the Chicago Archdiocese announced Saturday.

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Father Xamie Reyes of the Little Flower Parish in Waukegan is stepping away from ministry during an investigation into accusations of grooming and sexual misconduct involving seminarians, Cardinal Blase Cupich said in a letter to the parish.

"The allegations do not involve children and youth, but they do involve seminarians. This is a very serious matter. Father Reyes will live away from the parish pending the outcome of an investigation into these charges," Cupich's letter read in part. "I know that this is unsettling news, but I take seriously the responsibility to ensure those serving you ar

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