He is obviously a very learned at comitted Catholic. I am always concerned though when someone says that we shouldn't be too simplistic. That usually indicates that there is a plausible 'simplistic' answer but we do not want to go there because it somehow makes us seem intolerant. The theologians curse, I expect, is trying to be true to God's law whilst showing grace and mercey.
Hard job! I'm noy sure I would want it.
God Bless
Mel