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A powerful and important message!
Yes, you are absolutely right. As Catholics, we are not ordained to abuse those in power, including Catholic bishops. In fact, the Catholic Church teaches that we are called to respect and obey the authority of our bishops, as long as they are teaching and governing in accordance with the teachings of Christ and the traditions of the Church.
However, this does not mean that we are required to blindly follow or condone any wrongdoing or abuse of power by our bishops. On the contrary, the Church teaches that we have a responsibility to speak out against injustice and to hold our leaders accountable for their actions.
As Pope Francis has said, "The abuse of power is a grave sin, and it is a sin that can have devastating consequences for individuals and for the Church as a whole." (Address to the Roman Curia, 2014)
In the face of abuse of power, we are called to:
- Speak out against injustice and wrongdoing.
- Support those who have been harmed or affected by abuse of power.
- Hold our leaders accountable for their actions.
- Work towards creating a culture of transparency, accountability, and respect for all individuals, regardless of their position or power.
As Catholics, we are called to be a prophetic voice in the world, speaking out against injustice and advocating for the protection and dignity of all people. Let us continue to pray for the Church and for our leaders, that they may always act with integrity, compassion, and respect for all.