Catholic Christians have a long
custom--tradition--to address
their priests as
"father." Many Christians feel that this practice
is in disagreement with the word
of God.
Matthew 23:8-10
As for you, do not be called 'Rabbi.' You have but one
teacher, and you are all brothers. Call no one on earth
your father; you have but one Father in heaven. Do not
be called 'Master'; you have but one master, the Messiah.