Photo courtesy St. John’s Episcopal Church, Chula Vista
The Episcopal Diocese of San Diego has initiated Title IV clergy disciplinary proceedings against the Rev. Roger Haenke, rector of St. John’s Episcopal Church in Chula Vista. The news comes amidst allegations on social media that Haenke engaged in sexual misconduct with a minor.
In an announcement dated August 5, 2025, the Diocese announced that Haenke, already on medical leave, has been suspended from ministry. Additionally, the Diocese says it is cooperating with law enforcement and has notified child protective services.
Haenke is a former Roman priest and previously worked in nursing. Public records suggest he lives with Cliff Berkowitz, a realtor.
Anyone with information about this situation is encouraged to contact law enforcement, Child Protective Services, and one of the Diocese’s intake officers, who are listed below:
Ms. Megan Callan
Mailing Address: 2083 Sunset Cliffs Blvd., San Diego, CA 92107
The Rev. Willy Crespo
Mailing Address: 2083 Sunset Cliffs Blvd., San Diego, CA 92107
Meredith Hardy
Mailing Address: 2083 Sunset Cliffs Blvd., San Diego, CA 92107
Anglican Watch encourages anyone reporting information about this situation to contact an attorney before reporting the matter to the Diocese. We make this recommendation due to allegations that the Diocese of San Diego has mishandled previous Title IV complaints, and due to the prevalence of retaliation within the church against those who complain of abuse.
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