The priest suspected of living a secret life with a woman and children received a warning from the bishop but has an excuse
A priest from Lithuania has been questioned regarding his secretive cohabitation with a woman and two children, leading to scrutiny from the bishop.
In the small town of Nemakščiai, neighbors have reported that a local priest, Kazys Žutautas, leads a dual life, returning to his residence on weekends where he lives with a woman and two children. The house is owned by the priest, and he has been performing various tasks and hosting guests in secrecy, which has raised suspicions in the community. Neighbors claim they were unaware of his clerical status until recently, when they encountered media reports about him.
The priest recently attracted attention during an interview with LRT radio, where he spoke about his passion for beekeeping, claiming he has been interested in it since childhood. His involvement with beekeeping includes managing 16 beehives in the Pagėgiai municipality. This personal revelation about his hobby appears to have drawn media scrutiny that has now revealed his private life, leading to public discourse about the morality of his actions as a priest.
In light of these developments, the Telšiai diocese has issued a statement concerning the allegations against Father Kazys. The bishop's office confirmed that they would be investigating the claims regarding the priest's alleged family life. The information has sparked discussions on the responsibilities and ethical expectations for clergy members, particularly in relation to personal conduct and transparency within the community.