From the Hoge-Wenger Study
Is there a homosexual subculture in your diocese or religious institute?
All Priests
1. Is there a homosexual subculture in your diocese or religious institute?
Yes, Clearly |
19% |
Probably, but not clearly |
36% |
No |
17% |
Don't Know |
28% |
2. In the seminary or seminaries you attended
was there a homosexual subculture at the
time?
Yes, Clearly |
15% |
Probably, but not clearly |
26% |
No |
44% |
Don't Know |
15% |
3. In your opinion, have the recent media stories of sexual misconduct by Catholic
priests hindered your ministry, or have they had no effect?
Hindered Greatly |
10% |
Hindered Slightly |
45% |
Had no effect |
36% |
Don't Know |
9% |
Helped |
1% |
4. Have these media stories of sexual misconduct affected how much you encourage men to consider the priesthood?
Yes, Much less encouragement |
6% |
Yes, slightly less encouragement |
20% |
No effect |
70% |
Don't Know |
4% |
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