[johnb2004]

That is not at all what the bishops are saying or doing. If any of them encourage condom use they are responsible for that person's soul. God have mercy.

I would accept any infallible teaching from Rome. But, that is only if it came to pass. I am not saying theologians can't discuss such things among themselves. I am saying for Bishops to promote such things in the popular press and such does no good for the faithful. They are delicate, complex discussions that must take place within the confines of Church teaching. Not dissent.

[sinkspur]

I am saying for Bishops to promote such things in the popular press and such does no good for the faithful.

Bishops are teachers too. Perhaps they're frustrated in trying to get anybody in Rome to listen.

If you can find another situation in which condoms would have to be permitted in order to prevent DEATH, I'd be willing to listen to a slippery slope argument.

This is an EXCEPTION!! To prevent DEATH!!!