Posted on 10/20/2021 8:06:51 PM PDT by marshmallow
Fr. Juan Miguel Ferrer Grenesche, dean of the Toledo Cathedral, has submitted his resignation following the improper use of the sacred space in a music video which includes sensual dance scenes within the church.
“The Dean expresses his request for forgiveness from the institution, on his own behalf and on behalf of the various elements of the cathedral chapter, insofar as they have had responsibility, for all the errors and faults that may have been committed by word, deed and omission in the recent events,” the Archdiocese of Toledo said Oct. 12.
Fr. Ferrer’s resignation will take effect Oct. 16. His term was to have ended Nov. 5.
The archdiocese said that the priest expressed his “full communion” with Archbishop Francisco Cerro Chaves “and the Diocesan Church.”
Spanish rapper C. Tangana released a music video for his song "Ateo" (Atheist) Oct. 7, made with Argentine singer Nathy Peluso. In the video, both perform sensual and provocative dances inside the cathedral.
The archdiocese also pointed out that "by internal regulations of the cathedral chapter, in effect for years, the money collected for extraordinary activities of the Cathedral is used for charitable works."
C. Tangana paid 15,000 euros ($17,000) for the use of the cathedral in the music video.
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When I worked at TAN Books (Catholic), some movie maker wanted permission to show one of our books in their picture. I was thought to be most up on pop culture, so I was asked my opinion. I declined.
Years later, I saw an episode of Knight Rider where our Bible was actually a central part of the plot, and it was described by Bonnie as beautiful, and Michael was instructed to read it to Kitt. Very silly, but not disrespectful. They didn’t ask for permission, but that was ok.
“What were you thinking” doesn’t quite seem adequate. On the other hand, we have a Pope who has no problems with pagan idols being displayed with honor in churches, so we shouldn’t be surprised if there is confusion among the clergy
Renting that big open area can be lucrative, but anytime your client has anything to do with Rap, beware. It’s most likely going to be fairly raunchy, if not profane in some manner.
“faults that may have been committed.” Evil dude. He cannot feel remorse for desecrating a cathedral.
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