>> I apparently understand celibacy better than do many Catholic priests who either mistook their commitment, underestimated their urges, or overestimated their strength. I understand celibacy well enough to know that I have not been granted that particular gift.
Celibacy is a rare and admirable gift for the few that are granted it. But, that all clergy must be celibate is a fabrication of the Catholic church.
SnakeDoc <<
So let me ask you a Hypothetical Mr. SnakeDoc.
If you were going to be Catholic Priest, would you take a drug that would kill or reduce your sex drive to make it easier for you to keep your covenant with the church on celibacy. Or would really really cold showers be enough for you?
Just wondering what a guy’s take on this is.
None of the Above. I’m a Baptist. If I were called to lead a church ... I’d have married the same lovely and gracious woman that I am currently married to. Celibacy is not among my options ... so your question might be better directed elsewhere.
SnakeDoc