I think someday such a forum might lead to riots because of foolish comments made by individuals who are literate enough but not "educated" to understand that religion is personal.
I found the priest explanation fairly logical and there does not seem to be any malice on his part.
I don't see the discussions below talking anything about whats written above. Add value to the write-up or our knowledge base. I read comments to understand perspectives and not to see some silly fights.