Father Thomas McHale, a Catholic priest in County Durham, faces backlash for making inappropriate comments about Jesus during a Good Friday sermon, leading to official complaints and investigation by the Diocese of Hexham & Newcastle.
Father Thomas McHale, a 53-year-old Catholic priest from the United States serving at Our Blessed Lady Immaculate in Blackhill, Consett, County Durham, faced controversy following his Good Friday sermon. During the service attended by approximately 100 parishioners, McHale stated that Jesus Christ would have had an erection at the time of his death due to the crucifixion process. This comment, deemed inappropriate by attendees, particularly given the presence of young families, led to official complaints.
The Diocese of Hexham & Newcastle confirmed receiving a complaint about McHale’s sermon. Following an investigation in line with their complaints policy, the diocese upheld the complaint against Father McHale. Despite the controversy, there is no indication from the available information that McHale has lost his position as a priest.
