Reports that he will convert from the Church of England to the Catholic faith of his wife Cherie have often surfaced during Mr Blair's decade in office.
The claims were supported by revelations that he has already discussed not only converting to Rome, but also taking a formal lay position within the Church.
Deacons are just below priests in the Catholic hierarchy and have the right to administer certain sacraments and wear a special white robe known as a dalmatic.
Mr Blair discussed the idea of his taking such a role with Canon Timothy Russ, priest at the Immaculate Heart of Mary near the Prime Minister's official country residence, Chequers.
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Father Timothy suggested that taking on a formal role in the Church could give him fresh moral clout when he campaigns on climate change and Africa.
The priest added: "He has a lot of potentiality for good. He is still looking for the meaning in his life."
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Someone is going to have to explain to Mr. Blair that Catholics defend unborn children, which Blair has consistently failed to do.
Wouldn't it be a tad scandalous to allow such a man to become a deacon? We know what his position is on legalized abortion.
I think he should have to confess for that.
H/T: The Anchoress.
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