Glasgow archdiocese announces closing of 24 churches (BBC)

The Archdiocese of Glasgow will close 24 churches due to a shortage of clergy.

Archbishop William Nolan stated that only one priest in the archdiocese is under the age of 45, while most are over the age of 60. He noted that the archdiocese relies on foreign priests and religious to serve the community, adding that the situation would be more critical without them.

Nolan compared the closures to a vinedresser pruning a vine to ensure healthy growth.