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Why does the Catholic Church not actively hand over rapist priests to authorities?
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Are village priests sons of higher-level priests?
In the Catholic Church, priests are celibate, therefore this question does not apply to the Catholic Church.
Which was a disagreement between catholic church and orthdox church?
Orthodox priests could marry, Catholic priests could not.
Can a vicar have children?
The Roman Catholic church is unique in requiring their priests to be celibate, and thus have no children. Amongst other strands of the Christian church, marriage and families are actively encouraged.
When did the Catholic Church start having female priests and bishops?
The Catholic Church has never had female priests nor bishops, and will never have them.
Is there an Edwardian order of priests in Catholic Church?
No.
Who were the first priests and bishops?
The apostles were the first priests and bishops of the Catholic Church.
Who is responsible for ordaining priests?
In the Catholic Church, bishops are responsible for ordaining priests.
Do priests have to be virgins in order to serve in the church?
No, priests in the Catholic Church are not required to be virgins in order to serve. However, celibacy is a requirement for priests in the Latin Rite of the Catholic Church, meaning they are not allowed to marry or engage in sexual relationships.
Are dominican priests recognized by the roman catholic church?
Yes. The Dominican order is an order in the Catholic Church.
Women Priests in the Catholic Church?
No there are no female priests in the Roman Catholic Church. A priest represents Jesus on the Alter and a woman cannot do that. Religious women can become nuns but not priests.
Who were the people in power in the medieval church?
The church was Catholic so it was the Pope and the priests.
Is it permissible for Catholic priests to consume alcohol"?
Yes, Catholic priests are allowed to consume alcohol in moderation according to Church teachings.
