Why is a priest celibate?
The diocesan priest is celibate, yet he stands at the heart of the parish family. The celibate lifestyle reminds him that his deepest meaning and fulfillment is found in his relationship with the Lord and in his freedom to serve Christ's people. The diocesan priest therefore must be a man of prayer, study, and action. He is called to reflect deeply on the Scriptures and Catholic tradition, to study current theology, and to act as the designated leader of the liturgical prayer of the parish community.
