text: The pope will not be responding to the letter, which is both prudent and consistent with the ecclesial reforms undertaken to this point.  In other words, we will not be dwelling on small-minded rules with intentions that squelch the spirit and hold people down.  We need to find ways to accompany those who struggle with "irregular situations" and less-than-perfect circumstances, regardless of how they got there. If we are truly good and holy (to the extent we can achieve these virtues in our temporal form), the manner in which we accompany those on the margins will be the true measure of our holiness. This is basic Christianity 101, I'm afraid some Catholics are being introduced to this concept for the  very first time.
  
  Whether or not they can be "won over" remains to be seen. Scripture tells us that all things are possible to those who love God and are called according to his purpose, but this requires an openness to see, hear, feel and be moved by  the Holy Spirit as well.