Cubao bishop creates support team for followers of excommunicated priestly group

The Diocese of Cubao in the Philippines has established a pastoral support network for followers of the excommunicated Priestly Society of Saint Pius X (SSPX). Bishop Elias Ayuban aims to provide counseling and dialogue to encourage reconciliation while maintaining adherence to Church doctrine.
Why it matters
This reflects ongoing tensions within the Catholic Church regarding traditionalist movements and the management of internal schisms.
MANILA, Philippines - The Diocese of Cubao has announced the creation of a specialized pastoral support network and counseling services for the faithful who follow the newly excommunicated Priestly Society of Saint Pius X (SSPX).
The report provides a factual account of the Diocese's pastoral response without favoring either the Church hierarchy or the traditionalist group.
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