[Amelia]

One of the best priests I've ever known left the priesthood to marry. Great loss for the Church, I think.

[conservlib]

My favorite priest as I was growing up was a German priest, who was transfered back to Germany, but I kept in touch with him. Later on, he wrote me a letter saying that he had left the priesthood, and got married. This guy was an example of humble/humility/service to all, and loved all.

[sinkspur]

One of the best priests I've ever known left the priesthood to marry. Great loss for the Church, I think.

Of the guys I went to seminary with, and were ordained, I'd say about a third (45 or so) have left the priesthood. And they were, by far, the best preachers, had the best presence at Mass, and were sought out by their parishioners.

A tremendous loss of talent for the Church, all due to the absurd requirement that 24 year old men commit to never being near a woman again.