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"This bishop is conducting psychological warfare against Father Frank. And I think what he is trying to do, it's pretty clear to me, he's trying to keep this pressure up on Fr. Frank, and force Fr. Frank to become disobedient. That's what he's trying to do. And then he'll be able to stand up and say, 'You see, I told you this was a bad priest. He's disobedient. Now you see what I'm talking about.' He's trying to force him into that position."
-- Prolife activist Mark Crutcher reporting on his visit with Fr. Frank Pavone (13:20 - 13:50 of Youtube video)

Dragonblustar: Thank you very much for posting this interview. I can tell by their comments that not one of your critics has taken the time to hear what Mark Crutcher has said.

I am not endorsing Crutcher's opinions carte blanche -- he himself admits that Fr. Pavone would disagree with the conclusion quoted above.

But, that said, I find many of Bishop Zurek's actions troubling.
* Repeatedly stating the falsehood that Fr. Pavone has been suspended from priestly duties.
* Refusing to allow Fr. Pavone to see his doctor.
* Refusing to allow Fr. Pavone to speak to his parents.
* Refusing to allow Fr. Pavone to speak to the Amarillo diocese Vicar of Priests.
* Making extremely public accusations against Fr. Pavone, then leaving the country for two weeks, and since he has returned neither meeting with Fr. Pavone nor answering questions posed by third parties inquiring on Fr. Pavone's behalf.

I would encourage your critics to take a few minutes and watch the interview. At the very least, they would know what you and Cructher mean by "exiled" -- which may be an exaggeration, but is only one small accusation leveled by Crutcher.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6aFlVhD5Npc

Thank you Dajjal. I appreciate that.

I just don’t understand the attacks against Father Frank from Freepers. He’s done a lot of good and they don’t even want to look at what is happening to him.