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The Last Word:
From Celibacy to Godliness

By James Carroll, Contributor
June / July 2002

June 1, 2002 by Leave a Comment

A staggering succession of priests accused. A total failure of responsibility by bishops. Concern in every parish. On the positive side, a surprisingly strong consensus for broad reform has taken hold among the Catholic people. On the negative, the obsessive coverage threatens to take on the character of a witch hunt, as headlines blur the distinction between genuine predators … [Read more...] about The Last Word:
From Celibacy to Godliness

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