Sorry, Ake, but your data does not compute. There are very large number of both heterosexuals and homosexuals, in and out of the priesthood, who never molest a child.

I think that means there is no need for a blanket prohibition against homosexuals, if most homosexuals are very unlikely to molest children.

That being the case, you have to find other things that would indicate a likelihood to molest children, and base your screening on that criteria.

HOWEVER, for as long as the Catholic church requires celibacy for priests, then I think it is foolhardy to admit men into the seminary if they are currently sexually active - whether those men are heterosexual or homosexual. And as long as the celibacy rule is in effect, I don't think it's a good thing for priests to ignore the rule and engage in sexual activity. Certainly, some priests are going to slip now and then, but I can't approve of that or say that it's OK as long as they're discreet. I don't think priests should be required to be celibate; but as long as celibacy is the rule, the rule should be followed - by both heterosexual and homosexual priests.

-Joe-