[charliemarlow]

Actually, the RCF letter would not make a difference in these people's thinking no matter when it was sent. There is no "right time" or "wrong time" in this case.
We should assume that the bishops and priests involved in the dismantling of the Church know well what they are doing. They will not be dissuaded by an admonishment or a reasoned argument.
But it is important to make open statements so that laity can be made more aware of what is going on. It is important to connect the dots.

[ArrogantBustard]

My only objection to the RCF letter is it's overbroad ... I agree: those bishops, priests, deacons, and sisters who are "the problem" won't be dissuaded by it. Those who are part of "the solution", though, shouldn't be included in the broadside.