Out-of-date church may die, priest’s book warns

THE Catholic Church is living in a time warp and is being led by a phalanx of right-wing conservatives, according to a leading priest’s new book.

Fr Brendan Hoban, said the church was slowly dying due to its antiquated practices and attitudes.

"After 30 years in the priesthood, I'm going to say what needs to be said," the 56-year-old based in Enniscrone, Co Sligo, said.