The Society of Saint Pius X (SSPX) defied Pope Leo XIV by consecrating four bishops in Econe, Switzerland, without his consent, risking schism and incurring automatic excommunication. The group cited 'sacred duty' to defend traditional Catholic faith, rejecting modernizing reforms.
A breakaway Catholic group, the Society of Saint Pius X (SSPX), defied Pope Leo XIV by consecrating four bishops without his sanction in the Swiss Alps. The SSPX, which rejects Vatican II reforms, cited a "state of necessity" to minister to its faithful.
A traditionalist Catholic faction, the Society of St. Pius X (SSPX), plans to consecrate four bishops without papal consent, risking schism and excommunication. Pope Leo XIV warned against the act, calling it a "sin of extreme gravity." The SSPX cites a "state of necessity" to minister to its faithful, maintaining it upholds true church tradition.
Pope Leo XIV urged the Society of St. Pius X (SSPX) not to proceed with a planned bishop consecration, warning it could cause a schism and deprive faithful of sacraments. The SSPX, founded in opposition to Vatican II reforms, faces automatic excommunication if the act proceeds.
The Society of St Pius X (SSPX), a far-right Catholic sect, plans to ordain its own bishops on July 1st, risking excommunication and schism with the Vatican. Pope Leo has appealed against the move, which stems from fundamental disagreements over Vatican II reforms.
