[Ronan doesn't mean to laugh. Adam's anger isn't something to laugh at. But his lips twitch into a smile anyway, because this is such a huge misconception.]

You think I do that stuff for God?

[Shaking his head, Ronan curls around Adam, chin coming to rest on his shoulder.]

It's not some... exchange of favors, Parrish. It's not a fucking trade-off. God doesn't need to hear those prayers. I do. A priest doesn't need to hear my confession. I need to confess. Don't you get it? Worship is for the worshiper. Church is a place to go when you're lost.