9. Sorry, but such a suggestion is utterly ridiculous
Tax exempt status can't be revoked for opposing legislation or policy positions. It can be revoked for explicitly opposing a partisan candidate or politcal party.
Whether I agree with the position of the diocese or not (and I don't), the Bishop (and parish priests) have every right under the law to encourage members to oppose legislation that they view as being immoral and/or against the teachings of the church.
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