Court says it might dismiss Vermont Catholic diocese bankruptcy case if progress isn’t made soon

The Vermont Catholic diocese, which is the state's largest religious denomination, is struggling with mounting legal costs nearing $2 million and has been in Chapter 11 bankruptcy for almost two years. The diocese is now selling its South Burlington headquarters in an effort to manage its finances. The court has indicated it might dismiss the case if the diocese doesn't show significant progress soon. This situation highlights the broader challenges faced by religious institutions dealing with financial and legal issues amid ongoing scrutiny.