MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- A Milwaukee priest is accused of embezzling more than $30,000 from St. Adalbert Parish in Milwaukee. Investigators say Mauricio Fernandez-Boscan used the stolen money for things like trips to Mexico and Italy, cellphone bills, a lawn mower, and more.

According to a criminal complaint Fernandez-Boscan was hired in June of 2018 to serve as the administrator for the parish and school -- located at 1923 Becher Street in Milwaukee. Prior to his administrative role, he served as an associate pastor for St. Adalbert. 

As administrator, Fernandez-Boscan oversaw all financial matters of the parish and school, including being an authorized user on all bank and credit accounts, as well as a co-signer on all checks. 

In 2019, officials say Fernandez-Boscan was elevated to pastor, but still responsible for overseeing financial matters. 

In April of 2022, Fernandez-Boscan was placed on leave when concerns were raised about excessive purchases he made. 

Authorities say an investigation revealed Fernandez-Boscan was using the parish credit card to make personal purchases. A review of records showed between 2018 and 2022, Fernandez-Boscan had nearly $21,000 in unauthorized expenses. 

Authorities say Fernandez-Boscan used the church's credit card on the following purchases: 

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According to the criminal complaint, Fernandez-Boscan's unauthorized expenses totaled $33,558.59. 

On March 3, Fernandez-Boscan entered a plea of not guilty. He was ordered to have no contact with Saint Adalbert Parish and School and its employees.

A plea/sentencing hearing is scheduled for April 11. 

Meantime, the Archdiocese of Milwaukee released the following statement: 

"When some financial irregularities were discovered, the Archdiocese of Milwaukee conducted an audit and reported our findings to police, in keeping with the process we have in place for situations like this. Father is restricted from ministry while the case is pending. Please pray for everyone involved."