1. The Road To Priestly Matrimony
... . However, some priests continued marrying until Pope Innocent II officially banned all types of marriages, which included ordained priests (Shuster 5). Priests have been married over the centuries and many are still marrying in the Eastern Catholic Churches today. It is true that if priests were allowed to marry, they would be distracted away from church activities. Families have many responsibilities with ... distraction but a source of additional strength, experience and wisdom."(Hewko 1) A wife could be a great source of moral support. She may even work in the parish office. Her vest...
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