The Celibate Priesthood
- GRACE MACKINNON
Dear Grace, When and why did celibacy become required of priests in the Catholic Church?
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Acknowledgement
Grace MacKinnon. "The Celibate Priesthood." (September, 2003).
Reprinted with permission of Grace MacKinnon.
The Author
Grace MacKinnon is a syndicated columnist and public speaker on Catholic doctrine. She is the author of Dear Grace: Answers to Questions About the Faith published by Our Sunday Visitor. Order online by e-mail at osvbooksosv.com or call 1-800-348-2440.
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