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Brothers Not Ordained But Many Teach
AP Religion writer George W. Cornell explains Roman Catholic brothers who, though not ordained, teach and engage in diverse work. With about 12,000 nationwide, they vow poverty chastity and obedience, live in communities, and pursue active roles like teaching, printing, nursing, and research under the Brothers of Holy Cross. Brother Joseph A Pietrosante, 2h, describes the distinction between priesthood and the brotherhood as a way of life.
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George W. Cornell
Joseph A. Pietrosante
Brother Joseph
United States
Ilre
St. Joseph
Valalie
N.Y
Brothers of Holy Cross