As a priest, I more than anyone agree that many times, it is not until after ordination that a priest’s difficulties in the psycho-social aspect come forth.
However, many times, there is a fear to be honest with struggles in the seminary for a fear of being dismissed. Unfortunately, many times, when a priest afterward finds himself in difficulty, he experiences very little support at times in his time of need.
I believe the bishops must examine not only the psychology of the priest, but also how they must support priests.
Fr. Francis Majors
