After the Lefebvrists, Redemptorists threaten new schism in Scotland
Excommunicated Catholic sects are challenging the Vatican, with reports of deepening divisions in Scotland and beyond.
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Tensions between the Vatican and breakaway Catholic groups have intensified as the Redemptorists in Scotland threaten a new schism. This follows ongoing friction involving the Society of Saint Pius X (SSPX), a sect whose members have been excommunicated by the Catholic Church.
Coverage from The New York Times, NBC News, and Euronews emphasizes the defiance of these rebel groups, who continue to hold services and express expectations that future papal leadership may eventually welcome them back. EWTN News and CT Insider report on the practical implications for laypeople, specifically addressing the validity of attending Mass held by SSPX priests.
Future developments hinge on how the Vatican addresses the Redemptorist threats in Scotland and whether the church maintains its current stance on the status of SSPX sacramental services. The potential for further congregational splintering remains a primary point of concern for observers.
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Quick answers
Which groups are involved in the current tensions?
Coverage identifies the Society of Saint Pius X (SSPX) and a group of Redemptorists in Scotland.
What is the Vatican's current position?
The Vatican has issued excommunications for involved bishops and priests, and maintained calls for the groups to return to the mainstream Church.
Are there reports of impact in the United States?
Yes, CT Insider reports that churches in Connecticut are caught in the middle of these ecclesiastical disputes.
Coverage (5)
- A future pope will ‘welcome us back’, says priest from excommunicated Catholic sect NBC News · 7d ago
- Rebel Catholics Defy Vatican’s Calls to Return to Mainstream Church The New York Times · 7d ago
- Connecticut church caught in middle of Vatican's excommunication of bishops, priests CT Insider · 7d ago
- EWTN News explains: As a Catholic, can you attend an SSPX Mass? EWTN News · 7d ago
- After the Lefebvrists, Redemptorists threaten new schism in Scotland Euronews · 7d ago
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