Hmm, then I have to ask the question: Suppose someone only has their Bible, and God (through the Holy Spirit) and they live on an island without a Catholic priest, I guess that makes them their own “Pope” guided just by the Holy Spirit.
First, your example doesn’t exist.
Second, “For those who are given much, much is expected. For those who are given little, little is expected.”
Your example of limited resources, can not be exploited to excuse those with access to the truth.