Ewtn Priests Who Have Left The Priesthood

Hey there, let's chat about something a bit different today - EWTN priests who've left the priesthood. Now, before you start thinking I'm about to spill some tea like I'm at a gossip convention, let me assure you, this isn't a tell-all. It's more like a 'Hey, look at these folks who've taken a different path, and that's okay!' kind of chat.

So, Who Are These Folks?

EWTN, for those not in the know, stands for Eternal Word Television Network. It's like the Vatican's cool cousin who's always up on the latest tech. Now, priests leaving the priesthood isn't exactly a new phenomenon, but it's not something you hear about every day, right? So, let's meet a few folks who've taken this path.

Father James Martin, SJ

You might know him as the 'Twitter Priest' - yes, that's a thing. Father Martin left active ministry to become a Jesuit writer and editor. He's like the priest version of a best-selling author, using social media to spread the good word (pun intended). He's written books, given TED talks, and even has a podcast. Not bad for a former priest, huh?

Father Andrew Greeley

Now, this guy was a real character. He was a priest, a sociologist, and a novelist - talk about a multitasker! He left active ministry to focus on his writing, and boy, did he write. He penned over 100 books, many of them bestsellers. His novels were so popular, they were even made into movies. Imagine having your book club pick be a movie starring Richard Gere. Yeah, that happened.

Why the Change of Path?

Now, you might be wondering, 'Why would these guys leave the priesthood?' Well, folks, it's not as simple as 'Oh, I just woke up one day and decided I wanted to write books instead of saying Mass.' It's often a long, personal journey. Some feel called to different forms of ministry, others struggle with the expectations of the role, and some, well, they just want to try something new.

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Let's not forget, priests are people too. They have passions, dreams, and sometimes, they realize they're meant to do something else. And that's okay! It's like when you realize you're not meant to be a professional pizza taste-tester (trust me, I've been there). You move on, find something that fits better, and that's cool.

But What About the Scandals?

Alright, let's address the elephant in the room. Yes, there have been scandals. Some priests have left under less than stellar circumstances. But you know what? That doesn't define all of them. Just like how one bad apple doesn't spoil the whole bunch (although, let's be real, it does make the bunch look bad for a while).

We shouldn't let the negative stories overshadow the positive ones. Like Father Martin, who left to pursue writing and has become a powerful voice for the LGBTQ+ community within the Church. Or Father Greeley, who used his platform to explore complex social issues. These guys are the good apples, folks. Let's not forget about them.

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So, What's the Moral of the Story?

Well, my friend, the moral of the story is this: people change, and that's okay. It doesn't make them any less valuable or any less worthy of respect. Whether they're leaving the priesthood to write books, or leaving a job to pursue a passion, it's all about finding where you're meant to be.

And hey, if you ever find yourself in a similar situation, remember, it's never too late to follow your heart. Just like it's never too late to change your mind about that pizza taste-testing career. (Kidding! Sort of.)

So, let's raise a glass (of water, I'm not made of wine) to the priests who've left the priesthood. May they continue to inspire, to write, to teach, and to remind us that it's never too late to find your path. Cheers!