Feedback.The church would benefit from priests who served for shorter terms rather than for life because ... There would be more priests and many would stay as they found out that the priesthood is a rewarding life. I also think the church would benefit from the energy and new ideas "New Ideas" is the debut single by Scottish New Wave/Indie Rock act The Dykeenies. It was first released as a Double A-side with "Will It Happen Tonight?" on July 17, 2006. The band also recorded a video for the track. of constantly having new men enter each year. Marilyn Anderson Cincinnati, Ohio “Cincinnati” redirects here. For other uses, see Cincinnati (disambiguation). Cincinnati is a city in the U.S. state of Ohio and the county seat of Hamilton County. Without the present stigma of "leaving" the priesthood, we could use their knowledge, experience, and dedication in other services to the church rather than banishing them from ministry. Father Ted Miller Helena, Ohio Helena is a village in Sandusky County, Ohio, United States. The population was 236 at the 2000 census. Geography Helena is located at (41.340711, -83.292344)GR1. Priests would tend to be younger and more active in the parish. They would put their all into it. Young priests would also relate to the younger generation, and that might keep youth and young adults in the church. Ryan Moser Eugene, Ore. The pool for priests would increase, as would the quality of candidates. Wayne Koch Chesapeake, Va. It would offer them time off to do other jobs. They then would be able to empathize em·pa·thize v. To feel empathy in relation to another person. with the people rather than be distanced from them and their realities. Tom Waters Baton Rouge Baton Rouge (băt`ən r  zh) [Fr.,=red stick], city (1990 pop. 219,531), state capital and seat of East Baton Rouge parish, SE La. , La.
The biggest disadvantage that short-term commitments to the priesthood would bring is ... If too many priests left the active ministry, we would be short on the wisdom offered by more maturity. Rosemary Murphy Madelia, Minn. I don't feel the mental and emotional commitment would be there. ("If I don't like it, I can just quit and do something else.") Plus, it would be extremely expensive to educate short-term priests. Marnie Kraft Bismarck, N.D. It might negate or slow the ordination of married men and women, which we need even more. John Morford Seattle, Wash. The priesthood is a calling, a vocation, not a job from which one can move on to other things. Randy Williams For the baseball player, see . Randy Williams (born 23 August,1953) was an American athlete who competed mainly in the long jump. He competed for the United States in the 1972 Summer Olympics held in Munich, Germany in the long jump where he won the gold medal. McKinney, Texas McKinney is a city in Collin County, Texas (USA), the county seat and second in population to Plano. As of the 2006, the North Central Texas Council of Governments estimated the city population to be 102,853. The church might lose some good priests. The door should be left open in case they want to come back. Ann McAllister Ocala, Fla. Would I like to confide my inmost in·most adj. Farthest within; innermost. inmost Adjective same as innermost Adj. 1. secrets and sins to the man who next year might be my plumber, newspaper columnist Noun 1. newspaper columnist - a columnist who writes for newspapers agony aunt - a newspaper columnist who answers questions and offers advice on personal problems to people who write in columnist, editorialist - a journalist who writes editorials , or service station operator? I'm not sure I could take him seriously. Basil Goerner Hilton Head Island Hilton Head Island An island off the southern coast of South Carolina in the Sea Islands of the Atlantic Ocean. It is a popular tourist resort. The town of Hilton Head Island, on the northeast coast, has a population of 35,200. , S.C. About celibacy, I think ... It is a charism char·ism n. Christianity Charisma. . Obligatory celibacy should be limited to religious orders in community life. It should be optional for diocesan clergy. Joseph Placek Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, city (1990 pop. 109,592), seat of Washtenaw co., S Mich., on the Huron River; inc. 1851. It is a research and educational center, with a large number of government and industrial research and development firms, many in high-technology fields such as , Mich. It points to the facts that it is possible to be an integral human apart from sexual activity and that God is our ultimate fulfillment. Father John Pesce West Hartford West Hartford, town (1990 pop. 60,110), Hartford co., central Conn., a suburb of Hartford; settled c.1679, inc. 1854. Industrial production, which comprises a geographically small part of West Hartford, includes machine tools and parts, aircraft accessories, air , Conn. It serves as a constant reminder of the ancient belief that women are unclean and a source of sin, and a man can only be truly holy by avoiding relationships with women. Charlotte Rancilio St. Louis, Mo. It's a good thing to be free to devote one's whole time and self to the church. Elsa Roellig Springfield, Pa. It wasn't there at the beginning, and sometimes a wife is needed for support. Jolenta Masterson Sequim, Wash. It hasn't resolved any of our problems. It certainly did not keep sexual abuse from occurring. A vow of chastity would be more meaningful today. Mary Lesniewski St. Charles, Ill. A priest is married to the church. A man cannot have two wives. Jill Kerekes Flemington, N.J. Sex isn't that important--if you are a rock or a telephone or some other inanimate object. Christopher Clarke North Hollywood, Calif. The real solution to the priest shortage  This article or section is in need of attention from an expert on the subject.Please help recruit one or [ improve this article] yourself. See the talk page for details. is ... How about establishing an auxiliary force of priests who serve on a part-time basis while having careers, like the National Guard or Military Reserve? Don Brunner Scottsdale, Ariz. There is no shortage, only a blindness on the part of the hierarchy to the vocations of married men and women. Mary Ann Schoettly Newton, N.J. Men need to listen to God's calling. I'm afraid many are called but don't hear. Pat Shirk shirk In Islam, idolatry and polytheism, both of which are regarded as heretical. The Qu'ran stresses that God does not share his powers with any partner (sharik) and warns that those who believe in idols will be harshly dealt with on the Day of Judgment. Taylor, Texas Taylor is a city in Williamson County, Texas, United States. The population was 13,575 at the 2000 census; it was 15,014 in the 2005 census estimate. The local newspaper is the Taylor Daily Press, formerly owned by the legendary Texas publisher Frank W. Mayborn. Restrict ministry to the sacraments. As a retired priest, I am enjoying my priesthood more since I dumped what wore me down to the point of leaving: administration, meetings, and refereeing fights. Father Ray Bruck Byron Center, Mich. Pray for vocations. Margaret Fours Elloree, S.C. Make mothers want to encourage their sons to be priests by recognizing their contributions to the faith. When young men see happy priests, they will be more willing to enlist. Ruth Hroncich Berwyn, Ill. To consider it a lifetime commitment but to allow five to 10 years of priestly ministry before taking a final vow. Amy Florian Hoffman Estates Hoffman Estates A village of northeast Illinois, a suburb of Chicago. Population: 49,700. , Ill. Openness to experimentation with different models, especially as they relate to different cultures worldwide. Father Robert P. Weber Bridgeton, N.J. General Comments There is a disturbing trend in society: large numbers of people unable to commit to anything long-term--marriages, careers. Offering short-term commitments will just lower the bar, and the church needs to raise the bar. Paula Zimmermann San Francisco, Calif. How many of us go through years of college and jobs only to find out this isn't really what we're meant to do or to be? Long-term priesthood can be the goal, but as in all aspects of faith, it should be more about the journey itself than where you end up. Christina A. Ross Bartlett, Ill. I'm afraid if they did this to Holy Orders, what would stop them from changing the marriage vows to "until do us part"? Margaret J. Baccelli Fort Collins, Colo. Although I am not sure I agree with Greeley, I am glad to hear someone trying to think outside the box. Jennifer Ludtke Deerfield, Wis. On the Web Join the conversation online. All are invited to respond to the Sounding Board at uscatholic.org. This month, U.S. CATHOLIC readers discuss the state of Catholic universities. |
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