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How views on priestly celibacy changed in Christian history

  • Written by Kim Haines-Eitzen, Professor of Early Christianity, Cornell University
New priests being ordained during a ceremony led by Pope Francis in St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican, when they take vows, including to remain celibate.AP Photo/Andrew Medichini

The recent report of widespread sexual abuse by priests in Pennsylvania has fueled increasing turmoil within the leadership of the Catholic Church. In July this year, Ca...

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