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AP: Pope Leo XIV Affirms Celibacy for Priests, Demands ‘Firm’ Action on Sex Abuse, by Nicole Winfield – Brown Pelican Society of Lousiana

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By Nicole Winfield, Associated Press, June 25, 2025

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Pope Leo XIV has affirmed that priests must be celibate

ROME — ROME (AP) — Pope Leo XIV affirmed Wednesday that priests must be celibate and insisted that bishops take “firm and decisive” action to deal with sex abusers, as he gave marching orders Wednesday to the world’s Catholic hierarchs.

Leo met in St. Peter’s Basilica with about 400 bishops and cardinals from 38 countries attending this week’s special Holy Year celebrations for clergy. A day after he gave an uplifting message of encouragement to young seminarians, Leo offered a more comprehensive outline of what bishops must do to lead their flocks. …

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