First, just so you will have a point of reference, this is a growing concern among clergy. Almost one of every seven calls we receive on our Pastoral Care Line is regarding Internet pornography. Some pastors are just dabbling, some are headed down the road to addiction and some are crying for help trying to break free from the addiction. We are seeing this problem as a growing epidemic nationally. Internet surfing is very private.
Many offenses occur in the pastor's study at church during working hours.
Internet pornography web sites are too easily accessible. Men are the most vulnerable to visual images. If you are married, you really need to talk with your spouse. Many of the pastors who call us concerning this issue tell us that they have not told anyone about their struggles. Our staff has more than 60 years of combined pastoral experience.