Posted on 04/01/2014 3:39:41 AM PDT by markomalley
Archbishop Wilton Gregory of Atlanta has apologized for using a bequest to construct a 6,400-square-foot residence at the cost of $2.2 million.
In an archdiocesan newspaper column, the prelate explained his reasons for vacating his current residence and building a home with “separate living quarters and common spaces, a large kitchen for catering, and lots of room for receptions and other gatherings.”
“I am disappointed that, while my advisors and I were able to justify this project fiscally, logistically and practically, I personally failed to project the cost in terms of my own integrity and pastoral credibility with the people of God of north and central Georgia,” he said.
“I failed to consider the impact on the families throughout the Archdiocese who, though struggling to pay their mortgages, utilities, tuition and other bills, faithfully respond year after year to my pleas to assist with funding our ministries and services,” he added. “To all of you, I apologize sincerely and from my heart.”
Archbishop Gregory said that after consultation, he hoped that the archdiocese would sell the residence and that he “would look to purchase or rent something appropriate.”
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Please, DO get started.........I'd like to hear more.
Yes, I’ve read both and that’s how I know about Mitchell’s philanthropies.
Margaret Mitchell was a major source of funds and scholarships to Atlanta’s black Universities. Her book is history. She had white guilt. Anyone called her a racist she whoop ya ass.
Mother Teresa also had the carpet removed.
I am not sure why 6 priests and the Archbishop could not move into the current Archbishop's home, and, if necessary make some renovations to accommodate more people.
Yeah, i’d like to hear more as well... since I actually worked with her.
Perhaps you’d be better served to ask around Calcutta.
Does that mean they can spend lavishly?
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