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California restaurant had fake priest hear workers’ confessions, Labor Department says
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Objectively, what is the difference between a "real priest" and a "fake priest?"
sanctioning by some governing religious authority. Like the Catholic church.
alternatively, this guy wasn't a cleric at all and only hired to pretend to be one. from the article it sounds like he was basically a paid actor.
You can send $65 to the Unitarians to get a card that entitles you to officiate weddings and administer rites. I did, and I have. Heck, for a beer I'll listen to your sins and suggest you a few more while I tell you it's OK not to stress about it.
How is that any different? Asking for my atheist friends.
In many cases, a priest, minister, or pastor has received education in counseling, theology, and ministerial care. While one might discount the necessity of theological education, a good seminary will ensure that there is a foundation from which emotional support might be offered.