Steven,
WOW, well said. 
I believe that these modern day pharisees are doing the same as the last two popes -- serving ONLY the code of canon law and not reflecting those gospels that are reflective of Christ's teachings about mercy. 
Truly, without mercy they can possess and show no reconciliation.  They are examples of the rigid mind and the punitive mindset toward those they deem to be lesser than they.
So sad are they and likely full of hate.