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I do, however, appreciate those who hold Catholic clergy to a higher standard than those of any other religious or secular institution as I do.

A higher standard than what? Man-made 'religions' which ARE secular - all put themselves on the bottom rung as that is where pride goes. Their fall is closer to the ground. They need to protect their thin skin.

There is only ONE standard and that is JESUS, The Word!

[Natural Law]

"A higher standard than what?"

I do not expect any creature to be perfect, but I do expect more of them because of their vocation than I do of Protestant clergy and secular leaders.

Similarly I do not expect much at all from the anti-Catholics on these threads and I am rarely disappointed. I do hope for their conversion, though.

Peace be with you