Catholic theologians call for an end to compulsory celibacy

[Timothy17]

I just cannot but quote this beautiful part of the Encyclical:
‘Nor can we overlook the immense ranks of men and women in religious life, of laity and of young people too, united in the faithful observance of perfect chastity. They live in chastity, not out of disdain for the gift of life, but because of a greater love for that new life which springs from the Paschal mystery. They live this life of courageous self-denial and spiritual joyfulness with exemplary fidelity and also with relative facility. This magnificent phenomenon bears testimony to an exceptional facet of the kingdom of God living in the midst of modern society, to which it renders humble and beneficial service as the “light of the world” and the “salt of the earth.” We cannot withhold the expression of Our admiration; the spirit of Christ is certainly breathing here.’ Pope Paul VI, June 1967
**Please take some time to read the whole letter.**Peace,
Rina

I second Rina’s petition to CAF posters to read His Holiness, Pope Paul VI’s Encyclical, SACERDOTALIS CAELIBATUS, and not only his, but what all the Holy Fathers have written and said about it.

Pax Christi,
Tim

 

[Sailor_Kenshin]

A more correct title for this thread might be:

“Dissident Catholic theologians call for an end to compulsory celibacy.”