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An article worth readingNot really... it engages in pretty blatant ad hominem argument. If scandal can be defined as “sinful and grossly improper behavior that brings about disgrace and offends one’s moral sensibilities,” what was “sinful” about Greek Catholic priests being married? "Except that's not how scandal is defined in Roman Catholic moral theology. The kind of scandal being referred to is the kind mentioned in point three here [ newadvent.org]: (3) To prevent another's sin one may even be bound to forego an act which is sinful neither in itself nor in appearance, but which is nevertheless the occasion of sin to another, unless there be sufficient reason to act otherwise. Of course, it can be argued that the refusal to permit Eastern Catholics to follow their traditions fully (including the ordination of married men to the priesthood) is a source of scandal to Eastern Catholics, as well as to the Eastern Orthodox, whom we hope will enter into full communion with the Catholic Church. Hope all you wish for reunion (and I do hope for it one day also!) but the fact of the matter is that until there is a massive education of the Western clergy and people regarding the right of the East to a married priesthood, and also to the fact that a married priest can be every bit as holy as a celibate priest, IT AIN'T GONNA HAPPEN!!! This isn't a "Western" issue... This is a Catholic Church in the US issue...
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We just ordained two married men, within our eparchy, to the presbyterate....
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Happy to see my bishop do what is right. Axios! Axios! Axios!
I don't expect a big PR campaign, but hope that within the regular channels of communication, it is proudly represented.
Let us remember, actions are louder than words, and this is a welcome example of appropriate action by our church which often struggles to do so. A good sign. Happy to read of Fr Escobedo's ordination in Light of the West. Very sad to see no mention of his wife or his marriage.
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