Asked by Kendra Herrin on Sep 29, 2024

Which of the following statements about pedophile priests is NOT true?

A) Almost half of all priests have been involved in molesting children.
B) Only a few priests are child molesters.
C) The cause of child molesting among priests is not their celibate,sexless life.
D) The large majority of priests,both straight and gay,keep their vows of celibacy and lead productive lives.

Pedophile Priests

Refers to clergy members who have been accused or convicted of sexual abuse or misconduct toward minors.

Celibate

Refers to the state of abstaining from marriage and sexual relations.

Child Molesting

The act of an adult engaging in sexual activities with a child, which is both illegal and morally reprehensible.

  • Locate and understand the misconceptions and myths about rape.
  • Understand the consequences of child molestation and its classification as rape.