A Catholic priest has apologized after a viral video showed him striking an altar boy during a wedding ceremony. He explained that the incident was an accidental reaction to the boy's handling of the microphone. The event has sparked mixed reactions on social media, raising concerns about appropriate conduct.
A Catholic priest has publicly apologized after a video surfaced showing him striking an altar boy during a wedding ceremony. In the viral clip, the young altar server is seen struggling to hold a microphone properly for the groom, prompting the priest to react by hitting the child on the head.
The incident has sparked a variety of responses on social media. While some viewers dismissed the action as trivial or light-hearted, many others criticized it as inappropriate, especially during a sacred event.
In a follow-up video, the priest, whose name has not been revealed, addressed the situation, referring to the incident as a “mistake.” He explained, “The boy was handling the mic and didn’t position it correctly for the person making their vows. So, accidentally, I knocked his head.” He added that the pressure of the wedding setting contributed to his reaction.
The priest extended his heartfelt apologies to the altar boy and his family, clarifying that his actions were not intentional. “It was not deliberate; it was an unconscious reaction,” he emphasized. As the video continues to circulate online, it highlights the importance of appropriate behavior in interactions with children, particularly in religious contexts, and calls for greater accountability among clergy during important ceremonies.
