Question 188 – As a Parishioner, what should we do with our priests getting canceled by our allegedly corrupt bishop?

Interview Organization: Confraternity of Our Lady of Fatima
Interviewer Name: Christopher P. Wendt
Date: May 13, 2023
Determining injustice in specific cases involving bishops and priests requires individual examination. Priests can appeal to Rome under canon law if they believe they are wronged. If necessary, they might also consider civil court. Ultimately, they should accept their suffering in faith for personal and Church sanctification.
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Transcript:

Because I don’t know the specific situation in these cases, it’s difficult to say. Each case must be proven individually to determine whether there is real injustice being committed by the bishop against the priest. The priest has the right to appeal to Rome, as canon law permits. Rome will then examine the situation. If such ‘cancel situations’ are raised, the priest’s conscience should be clear, knowing they are not guilty of any crimes or misconduct. These priests must appeal to Rome. If the matter is not resolved, they may consider taking it to civil court, if necessary. If not, then in faith, they should simply accept the cross and offer it for the sanctification of their soul and for the church.