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Andrew Greeley, born on February 5, 1928, in Chicago, Illinois, was an American Catholic priest, author, and sociologist. His works spanned various fields including novels, non-fiction, sociology, and theology, and he is known for his profound insights into the lives of urban Catholics.

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“I have to say that I have no regrets about my decision to become a priest or about the major directions my ministry has taken me... I have been and am happy as a priest, and I have never been lonely... I could have used a bit more solitude.”

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“The Catholic men are more upset about women not being able to be priests than are Catholic women.”

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“There is good news in the data the strongest support for priests is to be found among the younger generation.”

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“Priest organizations around the country, both local and national, should realize that their membership has a serious image problem and undertake programs to improve it.”

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Book:Priests: A Calling in Crisis

Source: Priests: A Calling in Crisis

About the Author

Born: February 5, 1928
Died: May 29, 2013
Known for: Priest
Quotes: 44

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