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The Pillar Podcast

Ep. 162: A culture of clericalism and “Some Pig"

May 10, 2024
JD and Ed discuss challenges faced by the new bishop-elect of Knoxville. They also talk about a new LGBTQ resource from America Media. The podcast covers topics like school activities, communication mishaps, accent reduction classes for priests, and a whimsical conversation on traditional whaling.
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Quick takeaways

  • A culture of silence surrounds the problematic actions of past bishops, highlighting potential issues of transparency within the church.
  • Reluctance to acknowledge harm caused by predecessor hints at clericalism, emphasizing the need for open dialogue and accountability in leadership.

Deep dives

Discussion on the perceived lack of acknowledgment of harm caused by the predecessor

In a meeting with the priests of the diocese, concerns were raised regarding the absence of formal recognition of the harm caused by the predecessor of the incoming bishop, indicating a potential culture of silence around such issues.

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