[cgbg]

I am sure there are many great folks in the clergy—but the problem is there is no way to tell when so many sociopaths have chosen the profession.

It is sort of like walking into a kennel and petting all the dogs—not a great idea—even though most dogs are very friendly.

[Mrs. Don-o]

A bitter paradox, is that the "helping" professions of all kinds --- teachers, coaches, mentors, trainers, social workers, counselors, therapists, rabbis, ministers, priests! --- all draw those who are attracted to those who are in need, esp. young, emotionally fragile, vulnerable individuals.

Some come to help --- and some to take advantage. Some, most disturbingly, a combination of both.