Vatican kicks pro-life activist priest out of clergy, alleges 'blasphemous communications'
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The Vatican has removed a prominent pro-life activist priest from the clergy, accusing Frank Pavone of engaging in "blasphemous communication" on social media.
"This action was taken after Father Pavone was found guilty in canonical proceedings of blasphemous communications on social media, and of persistent disobedience of the lawful instructions of his diocesan bishop," the letter reportedly reads, without specifying the communications. Anders Hagstrom is a reporter with Fox News Digital covering national politics and major breaking news events. Send tips to Anders.Hagstrom@Fox.com, or on Twitter: @Hagstrom_Anders.
Pavone claimed he had received no communication from the Vatican in an interview with the Catholic News Agency Saturday. Nevertheless, he said his removal comes as little surprise.
"I’ve been persecuted in the church for decades, decades. This is nothing new for me," he told CNA. "They just don’t like the work I’m doing for these babies."