If Vanier’s sexual misconduct was just a contradiction of his teachings, then he would be a hypocrite. But his misconduct was at odds with his conduct; his hidden, shameful life at odds with his admirable life seen by all. That is more complex than hypocrisy. And so Catholics have a right to be both angry and confused, sad and perplexed. [1]
The sins of Jean Vanier
Fr. Raymond de Souza, NC RegisterFriday, February 28, 2020
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