None of it makes any sense, but the lab scientists are darn good at compartmentalizing their consciences.
It all needs to be stated in black and white, very clearly. Burke is trying.
* The meaning and significance of Holy Communion (the Eucharist, real presence, sanctifying grace)
* The gravity and moral tragedy of abortion (the sanctity of each and every human soul)
* The reasons and guidelines governing Excommunication
* The authority of bishops
* The seriousness of the call to public witness for Christ required of all Catholics
* Responsibilities of Catholics in civic life
* The meaning of mortal sin and the grave seriousness of its consequences
* The meaning of "scandal"
* The meaning of no longer being in "full communion" with the Catholic Church and the types of public behavior which fall under this category
* The need for continued prayer and reparation for the grave evils of abortion in modern society
Chaput may have been right that this is a blessing in disguise. It may be that as well as a chastisement. There is a renewed call to holiness and vigilance underlying this. This is an opportunity for Evangelium Vitae to be proclaimed to the whole country.