1. They need to make it easier for people to get out, the bishop said.

2. He was one of the first people the bishop had alerted about the ransom demand.

3. The procedures call for the Vatican to start an investigation when serious evidence is provided that a bishop was negligent.

4. At the end of the investigation, the Vatican can prepare a decree removing the bishop or ask him to resign.

5. I do this with my heart because it is my duty, as a priest and bishop I must be at your service.