Navigating Language and Clergy Challenges

This chapter humorously explores the nuances of language, focusing on how different terms and cultural communication styles can lead to misunderstandings. The conversation also delves into the pressing issues facing the Catholic Church in the Philippines, particularly the introduction of the permanent diaconate in response to the clergy shortage. Additionally, it addresses the complexities of deacons transitioning to married life, highlighting the implications of ordination and the challenges they face in seeking laicization.