[piusv]

On the whole, the extreme reactions to these unions, whether compromising or uncompromising, do not seem to have facilitated the development of an effective pastoral programme which is consistent with the Magisterium and compassionate towards the persons concerned.

Trying to figure what this really means. Wouldn't the most compassionate response be to tell these couples that they need to separate and follow Church teaching and remain celibate?

Or are we talking about more of this post VII "pastoral and compassionate" BS?

[Salvation]

I think we are talking about “Hate the sin, but love the sinner.”

Bring him to repentance, Lord.