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Doctrinal office says SSPX bishop consecrations constitute ‘schismatic act’ subject to excommunication

Doctrinal office says SSPX bishop consecrations constitute ‘schismatic act’ subject to excommunication

Wednesday, May 13, 2026
"The Holy Father continues in his prayers to ask the Holy Spirit to enlighten those responsible for the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Pius X so that they may reconsider the extremely grave decision they have taken," the Vatican's statement read. The post Doctrinal office says SSPX bishop consecrations constitute ‘schismatic act’ subject to excommunication first appeared on OSV News.