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These traditionalist Catholics are defying Pope Leo XIV, and embracing their outsider status

Traditionalist SSPX defies Pope Leo XIV, risking schism and imminent excommunication.

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The brief

Traditionalist Catholics linked to the Society of Saint Pius X are publicly defying Pope Leo XIV. The group issued a declaration of faith to the Pope and cardinals ahead of an upcoming consistory, while continuing ordinations that the Vatican views as unauthorized. Coverage highlights the tension.

The Catholic Thing reports a papal warning that SSPX bishop ordinations could deepen the schism. The National Catholic Register outlines the divide between Rome and the SSPX. Newsweek notes the group is days away from excommunication.

EWTN News details the declaration of faith, and AP News describes the group’s embrace of an outsider status. The next steps include the consistory, during which the Vatican may act on the ordinations and the declaration. Observers will watch for any formal excommunication and further statements from the Pope regarding the schism risk.

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Quick answers

What is the SSPX’s current stance toward Pope Leo XIV?

They have issued a declaration of faith to the Pope and cardinals while embracing an outsider status, according to AP News and EWTN News.

What warning has the Pope issued regarding SSPX activities?

The Pope warned that SSPX bishop ordinations risk deepening the schism, as reported by The Catholic Thing.

What possible disciplinary action is the SSPX facing?

Coverage from Newsweek states the group is days away from excommunication.

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Society of Saint Pius X Pope Leo XIV Catholic Church Excommunication Schism

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