Advent Group - Supporting Priests & Religious since 1969

Aims of Advent

+ To be a support group for men and women and their partners who have left the active ministry, or religious life. Sadly we are unable to offer any financial support.

+ To offer a safe haven for men and women who are considering change.

+ To be a support for others closely involved with the priest's or religious' decision.

+ To work for change in the Church and its ministry

Influencer Priest Quits Over Catholic Stance On Celibacy

: Written by: Alex Walker; Created: 04 August 2026

Archbishop of Brussels: "Married priests would be an enrichment for the Church"

: Written by: Alex Walker; Created: 17 July 2026

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Luc Terlinden's stance is not new within the Church in Belgium. In fact, in a document issued during the 2023 Synod on Synodality, the Belgian bishops already expressed their willingness to discuss the possibility of ordaining married men.