Study looks at foreign-born priests serving in U.S.

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  • Author(s): Lefevere, Patricia
  • Source:
    National Catholic Reporter. 2/24/2006, Vol. 42 Issue 17, p2a-9a. 6p. 2 Black and White Photographs, 1 Chart.
  • Additional Information
    • Subject Terms:
      PRIESTS; CLERGY; CATHOLIC Church; CATHOLIC priests
    • Subject Terms:
      UNITED StatesReport Available
    • Abstract:
      The article reports on a study which examines the lives of foreign-born clergy in the U.S. The study was conducted to examine the preparedness of foreign-born priests in facing the challenges that await them in America. Challenges faced by these priests include the American culture and the ecclesial culture of the U.S. Catholic church.