What the..? Can ANYONE explain this to me with a positive spin?!

Can ANYONE explain this to me?  On the eve of the Amazon Synod, this happens…
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Pope Francis received James Martin, S.J., in a 30-minute private audience in the papal library of the Vatican’s Apostolic Palace this morning, Sept. 30, in what is seen here as a highly significant public statement of support and encouragement for this U.S. Jesuit.

Father Martin is well known as a public speaker, author and for his pastoral
ministry to L.G.B.T. people.

Full Article can be found in the magazine America published by (of course) the Jesuits. Seriously, readers: somebody explain to me how this is a good thing for our Catholic Faith?