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By Phil Lawler, Catholic Culture, Dec 19, 2022
Yes, there are other priests—many others, really—whose conduct has been far more egregious, whose public statements have been far more injurious to the faith. Yes, it is painful to see a leading figure in the American pro-life movement disciplined, while others who undermine Church moral teaching are showered with Vatican honors. Yes, many thousands of loyal Catholics have lost confidence in their bishops, and the see a blatant double standard in the handling of disciplinary cases.
Nevertheless the laicization of Frank Pavone is not an injustice. In fact it should not be a surprise. ….
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Phil Lawler has been a Catholic journalist for more than 30 years. He has edited several Catholic magazines and written eight books. Founder of Catholic World News, he is the news director and lead analyst at CatholicCulture.org.