[bigsigh]

Destroying the priesthood. LOL! You need a serious lesson in church history.

[NYer]

Destroying the priesthood. LOL! You need a serious lesson in church history.

From whom? You?

[wagglebee]

I never implied that married priests would necessarily destroy the priesthood; however, I do believe that altering the Church to conform with popular culture is dangerous. The secular humanist left seeks the destruction of the Church, accomodating their seemingly harmless suggestions.

The Anglicans gave in to such suggestions in the 70's and allowed female clergy, that started them on a downward spiral that is on the brink of destroying them. Lutherans have had the same experience. If this is not a "lesson" for us I don't know what is.

[NYer]

Bishop Arnold Orowae of Wabag, Papua New Guinea - said the church needs to reflect on "what kind of priest" they need in their situation, and he asked the church to consider allowing the ordination of "mature Christian men who are strong in faith, very committed, and have the respect of the people." Often times these so-called "viri probati," or "men of proven virtue," are older, married men.

Wagglebee - This is unfortunately true, but the solution is not to increase the frequency by rendering the entire Sacrement meaningless by destroying the priesthood.

bigsigh - Destroying the priesthood. LOL! You need a serious lesson in church history.

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Let's clear the air and take a fresh look at wagglebee's statement. He is pointing to a comment made by Bishop Orowae who suggests the Catholic Church allow for 'older married men' to become priests. You claim he is unfamiliar with church history but give no additional information. This topic surfaces at each and every synod. It is discussed, and at the end of the synod, it dies like a grape on the vine.

If you are to accuse another person of a poor understanding of 'church history', then please provide documented resources to substantiate your claim.