[JohnnyZ]

but also approve of those who practice them.

The full quote from the catechism makes it clear that those who have a homosexual inclination must be accepted with respect, as opposed to approving of "those who practice" homosexual sex.

The number of men and women who have deep-seated homosexual tendencies is not negligible. This inclination, which is objectively disordered, constitutes for most of them a trial. They must be accepted with respect ....

And then goes on with

"homosexual acts are intrinsically disordered."142 .... Under no circumstances can they be approved.” CCC 2357

[aimhigh]

Thanks for the further information.