Strange Incident in Florida: Priest Accused of Biting Woman
Florida, known for its peculiar happenings, has witnessed another bizarre event involving a priest accused of biting a woman during a religious ceremony.
Details of the Incident
- The priest, identified as Father Fidel Rodriguez, allegedly bit a woman while distributing Communion at a mass in St. Cloud city.
- Initially, Father Rodriguez refused to give the woman Communion, stating she had not completed the necessary steps.
- He advised her to undergo the Sacrament of Penance before receiving Holy Communion.
- The woman claimed she had fulfilled the requirements and was accepted by God to partake in communion.
Sequence of Events
According to reports, the situation escalated when the woman attempted to take Communion bread without following the priest’s instructions. This led to a physical altercation between the two.
The diocese’s statement suggests that the priest bit the woman’s arm in response to her refusal to release the sacred Communion hosts she had taken forcefully.
Reactions and Clarifications
The diocese emphasized the significance of Holy Communion in the Catholic Tradition, condemning the woman’s reference to it as a “cookie.” They highlighted the importance of understanding, reverence, and devotion in participating in this religious practice.
The priest, in his statement to the police, explained his actions as a response to the woman’s alleged aggression and refusal to comply with the Communion procedures.
This incident has sparked debate and raised questions about the proper conduct and respect associated with religious rituals.