Choir Director Accused of Theft

(Hempfield Township, Pennsylvania) A 42-year-old choir director formerly at the Church of St. Paul, Gloria Christofano, has been charged with theft of $28,000 from the Catholic Church.

Christofano is also a music teacher in the Upper St. Clair School District. She is not currently in a classroom, according to the district.

"We are conducting our own investigation. We will take appropriate action based on that investigation," Upper St. Clair Superintendent Dr. Patrick O'Toole said.

Detectives said Christofano told them that she used the money to help a relative in financial trouble.

They said they have surveillance video of her opening the church safe and taking the money.

A court appearance is scheduled for Friday.