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thucythucy

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6. There's another reason why the requirment to be celebate is so harmful,
Sun Feb 7, 2021, 10:31 AM
Feb 2021

I mean aside from the obvious.

This was mentioned in the movie "Spotlight." Since at least half of all priests break the rule--most of them in consensual relationships---it fosters a culture of secrecy in which abusers--such as pedophiles--can blend in. No one wants to snitch on someone if they are Just as likely to be snitched upon.

I've known ministers who do fine as parents, some who have been quite excellent. But it can be a stressful job, if it's done right.

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