[ebb tide]

Deacons could be part of the solution, yes. Deacons can be ordinary ministers of Baptism, witnesses of Matrimony, can officiate at Funerals, train Catechists, and provide much in serving congregations that need them.

A couple of points. Both you and I can baptize; you, being an RICA instructor trains Catechists, and any laymen can provide much in serving congregations that need them.

But what you, I, and deacons cannot do is forgive sins or consecrate the Body of Blood of Christ.

If a bishop cannot cultivate priests and deacons (married or not), what quality of married priests do you think he could cultivate?

[Mrs. Don-o]

Why ask me? I haven’t been advocating married priests.