Celibate Priest Shortage In the United States 27% of U.S. parishes do not have a resident priest and there are more priests over 90 than under 30 according to a comprehensive study released by the National Conference of Catholic Bishops.(From NCCB Website 6/6/00 and CARA)
This website is dedicated to the tens of thousands of lives affected by the fatherhood of Catholic Priests. The life of the child and mother are profoundly changed by coming into this secret, often denied subculture of the Roman Catholic faith. There are numerous accounts of priests leaving the priesthood after fathering a child. Many of these men married their wives and have completed the familial bond. Countless others remained in the priesthood. Some denying their parental responsibilities, and others living a life of duality... serving the church and attempting a familial life in secrecy.
The purpose of this message is to solicit articles and helpful advice for inclusion on the web site. What kinds of articles are needed? Everything! These don't have to be in-depth articles, but anything that shares your experience or relates your thoughts and insights on this subject and its related issues would helpful.
Examples:
Your experience with bringing this issue public.
Your thoughts and feelings about necessary church reform.
Scope of the problem.
Your life in secrecy
Etc… Can you think of any other ideas? Go for it! It doesn't matter what your level of expertise is, or from what position or frame of reference you’re coming from (mother, child, priest or clergy member, legal expert, etc) -- believe me, I'm sure there's knowledge and insight you have that you can write up and share which would benefit others. If you feel the same way, drop by www.childrenofpriests.org to learn more or send an article for submission to Please tell us if you would like to remain anonymous and we will post your submission accordingly.