‘Father Oprah’ unrepentant; vast majority of Miami Catholics back him

May 11, 2009

An unrepentant Father Alberto Cutié-- who was relieved of parish and archdiocesan media duties following the publication of compromising photographs-- has publicly declared his love for a woman. Support for the priest is high, with 78% of Miami Catholics saying they have a favorable impression of him, and 81% stating they believe that priests and nuns should be able to break their vows and marry, according to a poll conducted for The Miami Herald.

 

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Further information:

• Poll: Most Dade Catholics oppose celibacy vow, support Cutié (Miami Herald)
• Cutié’s religious future hangs in balance (Miami Herald)
• Media ignore priests who endure oath (Miami Herald)
• Divided: Priesthood vs. celibacy (Miami Herald)
• Archdiocese of Miami mum on priest’s fate (Miami Herald)
• Rally in defense of disgraced ‘Father Oprah’ turns violent; ‘Celibacy no! Choice yes!’ (CWN, May 8)