Vatican excommunicates all members of ultra-conservative rebels SSPX
The Vatican has excommunicated the Society of Saint Pius X (SSPX) and its followers after the group ordained four bishops without papal consent. This move marks a significant schism within the Roman Catholic Church, fueled by the group's ultra-conservative stance and defiance of Pope Leo.
Why it matters
This formal rupture highlights growing tensions between traditionalist factions and the current Vatican leadership, potentially impacting global Catholic unity.
The Society of Saint Pius X has a wide reach, with a significant following in countries including the US./Getty Images The Society of Saint Pius X has a wide reach, with a significant following in countries including the US./Getty Images Catholicism Vatican excommunicates all members of ultra-conservative rebels SSPX Schism caused by ordaining of four bishops without papal consent presents first crisis for Pope Leo
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