text: You have NO idea if those who brought the woman to Jesus were forgiven or not.  They were given the opportunity to leave and consider their own actions - perhaps repent?  It is perhaps you being a bit pharisee-like in your blanket condemnation of the Bishop?  Where is the mercy, understanding, accompaniment you are offering?
  
  Mercy is not the equivalent of approval.  Mercy is teaching with respect in the dignity and humanity of every person.  Pastoral accompaniment and discussion is intended to convey and explain the teaching of the Church - once that is achieved, individuals can make their own decision to stay or go.