A priest from another diocese came to minister in ours, and is soliciting money for himself. Isn't his own diocese responsible for his financial support? read more
Priests are not paid in what you would consider a conventional way. Priests take a view of poverty. But they are provided for in many ways. A parish priest is supported by the parish, and provided with a house, a car (as needed) and some degree of household staff. read more
Catholic priests feel called by God to a lead a life of faith, prayer and service to others. Money is at the bottom of their list of motivators. Despite having up to eight years of postsecondary education and a master’s degree, Catholic priests earn far less than those with a similar educational background. read more
Annual salaries for diocesan priests ranged between $15,291 and $18,478 as of 2002, according to "Roman Catholic Priests." This was higher than the income range reported for 1998, cited by the United States Department of Labor’s Occupational Outlook Handbook, which showed annual salaries between $12,936 and $15,483. read more