This is an only an attempt by a frustrated pastor to get some "Catholics in name only" to get off their dead asses and come to mass with their children as they should.
There may be a better way.
"This is an only an attempt by a frustrated pastor to get some "Catholics in name only" to get off their dead asses and come to mass with their children as they should."
I can see why this is frustrating. I teach religious ed and am well aware of the issues. In my opinion you can handle CINOs in 2 ways. 1) Welcome them to Mass when they come and pray for their enlightenment 2) Prevent them from participating in the parish because they don't follow all the rules.
It isn't uncommon for CINOs to find their way back to the church and become good parishioners again. I doubt it will happen by refusing their children religious instruction.
You are 100% right. There is a better way.