Younger Priests Remain More Conservative Than Older Priests in US, Survey Says

Younger Priests Remain More Conservative Than Older Priests in US, Survey Says

A recent survey found that approximately 51% of priests ordained in 2010 or later identify as conservative or very conservative.

A generational divide exists regarding priorities, with younger priests focusing on Eucharistic devotion and access to the traditional Latin Mass.

The strong generational divide in political views among Catholic priests in the United States was reaffirmed in a 2025 survey.

The National Study of Catholic Priests, published in October, highlights these findings.

Author's summary: Younger US priests tend to be more conservative than older ones.

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National Catholic Register National Catholic Register — 2025-10-15

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