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Rebel Catholics Defy Vatican’s Calls to Return to Mainstream Church

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Al Jazeera English

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· Jul 3, 2026

Who are the rogue bishops defying Pope Leo XIV? | AJ #shorts

A rebel group of Roman Catholics has ordained its own bishops in direct defiance of Pope Leo XIV and the Vatican order. The Society of Saint Pius crisis has caused fears the Church could rupture. Soraya Lennie breaks it down. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X : https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.news/AJEMobile

DW News

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· Jul 4, 2026

Why Pope Leo excommunicated members of the Society of St. Pius X | DW News

The Vatican has imposed severe disciplinary measures on the ultratraditionalist Catholic 'Society of St. Pius X' (SSPX). The move comes after the group consecrated bishops without papal consent. We talk to Justin McLellan from the National Catholic Reporter for an in-depth look at the dramatic events within the Catholic Church. #PopeLeoXIV #SSPX #CatholicChurch #dwcurrentaffairs For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/dwnews Für Videos in deutscher Sprache besuchen Sie: https://www.youtube.com/dwdeutsch Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/deutschewelleenglish?sub_confirmation=1

Al Jazeera

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· Jul 3, 2026

Who are the rogue bishops defying Pope Leo XIV?

A rebel group of Roman Catholics has ordained its own bishops in direct defiance of Pope Leo XIV and the Vatican order.

Associated Press

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· Jul 2, 2026

Vatican excommunicates Society of St. Pius X bishops and priests

The Vatican responded aggressively Thursday to a traditionalist group that consecrated bishops without the pope’s consent, declaring the Society of St. Pius X had formally broken with the Catholic Church. It excommunicated its bishops and priests, and warned its faithful that they too face the harshest sanctions in the church. Subscribe: http://smarturl.it/AssociatedPress Read more: https://apnews.com​ This video may be available for archive licensing via https://newsroom.ap.org/home

Disclose.tv

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· Jul 2, 2026

[Media] JUST IN - The Vatican excommunicates ​priests and lay Catholics who are part of a brea [...]

JUST IN - The Vatican excommunicates ​priests and lay Catholics who are part of a breakaway right-wing ultra-traditionalist Catholic group, the Society of St Pius X, that ordained bishops without Pope Leo's approval, judging they were in schism ‌with the wider Church.Read here: https://www.disclose.tv/id/8klgxp4icx/@disclosetvDisclose.tvMembers of traditionalist Catholic group in schism, excommunicated, Vatican saysBreaking news from around the world.

Euromaidan Press

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· Jul 3, 2026

Italy joins Bulgaria in resisting EU sanctions on Patriarch Kirill

Rome's objection traces back to the Vatican's unease at sanctioning a Christian leader

ABC News

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· Jul 2, 2026

Defying Pope Leo XIV, traditionalists go ahead with bishop consecrations in Switzerland

A breakaway group of traditionalist Catholics has directly defied Pope Leo XIV by consecrating four bishops without his consent

Crikey

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· Jul 1, 2026

Christian nationalism is on the rise. Its disciples have more power than you realise

A constellation of influential institutions and figures are espousing a return to fundamental Christian values in our society, laws and national identity. The post Christian nationalism is on the rise. Its disciples have more power than you realise appeared first on Crikey.

Interaksyon

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· Jun 25, 2026

Cardinal: Catholics should be agents of change, not ‘keyboard warriors’

Cardinal Jose Advincula of Manila on Wednesday urged Catholics to move beyond criticism and become agents of change, saying many people are quick to identify society’s problems but reluctant to help solve them. Speaking during Mass at Quiapo Church, he said meaningful renewal begins with personal responsibility, not complaints from the sidelines. “It is very [] The post Cardinal: Catholics should be agents of change, not ‘keyboard warriors’ appeared first on Interaksyon.

KSAT San Antonio

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· Jul 2, 2026

Vatican excommunicates schismatic bishops and priests, and warns their followers

The Vatican has responded aggressively to a traditionalist society that consecrated bishops without the pope’s consent.

Catholic World Report

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· Jun 29, 2026

Filipino cardinal: Catholics should be agents of change, not ‘keyboard warriors’

A Filipino cardinal urges Catholics to get offline, Syria welcomes its new papal nuncio, a Scottish diocese speaks out against an unsanctioned ordination, and more in this week's world news roundup. [...]

The Independent

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· Jul 2, 2026

What is the SSPX? Everything we know as Vatican excommunicates priests in bitter row

The Vatican said priests and lay Catholics who are part of the society were in schism with the wider Church

The Japan Times

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· Jul 2, 2026

Members of rebel Catholic group in schism, excommunicated, Vatican says

The Vatican said on Thursday that priests and lay Catholics who are part of a breakaway right-wing Catholic group that ordained bishops without Pope Leo's approval are in schism with the wider church and now excommunicated.

Townhall

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· Jul 2, 2026

Vatican Excommunicates Traditionalist Catholic Group After Years of Failed Negotiations

Vatican Excommunicates Traditionalist Catholic Group After Years of Failed Negotiations

Daily Sabah

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· Jul 2, 2026

Vatican excommunicates members of right-wing Catholic group

The Vatican said Thursday it had excommunicated priests and lay Catholics belonging to a breakaway right-wing group that ordained bishops without the approval of Pope Leo XIV, decl...

CBC News

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· Jul 3, 2026

Pope Leo draws hard line on breakaway traditionalists, but it could get messy

As the Vatican excommunicated four bishops of the ultra-traditionalist Society of Saint Pius X this week, notice was also served that the society’s priests and lay Catholics who formally adhere to it are also considered cut off from the Roman Catholic Church — a move that raises the spiritual stakes for thousands of followers worldwide.

Fark

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· Jul 6, 2026

Priest from excommunicated Catholic sect claims "a future pope will welcome us back". Wrong answer. It's supposed to be "we'll start our own church, with hookers and blackjack" [Followup]

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Eschaton

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· Jul 2, 2026

Schism

There's an opening for Pope Vance or Pope Douthat.VATICAN CITY (AP) — The Vatican responded aggressively Thursday to a traditionalist group that consecrated bishops without the pope’s consent, declaring the Society of St. Pius X had formally broken with the Catholic Church. It also excommunicated its bishops and priests, and warned its faithful that they too face the harshest sanctions in the church.

Tucker Carlson

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· Jun 24, 2026

They Are Mocking Christianity…

Watch more here: https://www.youtube.com/@TuckerCarlson/featured

ZENIT

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· Jul 7, 2026

Decline, Resurgence, and Breaking Stereotypes: The State of Vocations and Priestly Ordinations in France, Germany, and Italy

Rather than a single narrative of inevitable decline or universal revival, today's Catholic Church presents a far more complex landscape—one in which signs of renewal and symptoms of crisis coexist, often separated by little more than a national border The post Decline, Resurgence, and Breaking Stereotypes: The State of Vocations and Priestly Ordinations in France, Germany, and Italy appeared first on ZENIT - English.

CNN

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· Jul 2, 2026

Vatican excommunicates breakaway Catholic group

The Vatican announced Thursday that priests and members of a breakaway Catholic group that ordained four new bishops in defiance of Pope Leo XIV’s wishes are in schism and excommunicated. CNN's Christoper Lamb reports.

Sweden Herald

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· Jul 1, 2026

Pope Leo XIV warns breakaway Catholic group against ordaining bishops as SSPX defies him anyway

Pope Leo XIV warns breakaway Catholic group against ordaining bishops as SSPX defies him anyway

Washington Examiner

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· Jul 2, 2026

Vatican says SSPX in schism, affirms excommunication of laity and clerics

The Catholic Church’s preeminent traditionalists now find themselves firmly outside its communion, and the Vatican laments that they have only themselves to blame. The Holy See recognized on Thursday the self-inflicted excommunication of the Society of St. Pius X after the priestly fraternity defied the pope with an illicit consecration of bishops. Four priests were []

Times of India

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· Jul 1, 2026

Pope Leo openly defied: Traditionalists consecrate 4 bishops without his consent

Pope Leo openly defied: Traditionalists consecrate 4 bishops without his consent

Reuters

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· Jul 2, 2026

Who are the SSPX and why were they excommunicated?

The Vatican said priests and lay Catholics part of breakaway right-wing group the Society of St. Pius X that ordained bishops without Pope Leo's approval were in schism with the wider Church and now excommunicated. Here's what you need to know. #News #Reuters #Newsfeed #world #Europe #Vatican #Pope #SSPX #excommunication Read the story here: https://reut.rs/4eGHmtF 👉 Subscribe: https://reut.rs/4b8fRGn Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/ Follow Reuters on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on X: https://twitter.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reuters/?hl=en

Jacobin

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· Jul 6, 2026

Inside the Schism Threatening the Catholic Church

Pope Leo excommunicated four newly consecrated bishops last week, members of the conservative Society of Saint Pius X. Their movement represents a broader traditionalist reaction in the Catholic church, fueled by Christian nationalists in the US and beyond.

The New American

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· Jul 2, 2026

Vatican Excommunicates Traditionalist Group for Schism

The Vatican has pronounced a decree of excommunication against adherents of a traditionalist group that adheres to the Latin Mass. ... The post Vatican Excommunicates Traditionalist Group for Schism appeared first on The New American.

AMBCrypto

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· Jun 24, 2026

Catholic groups join law enforcement in opposing THIS CLARITY Act provision

Will CLARITY Act advance amid increasing opposition?

UPI

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· Jul 1, 2026

Ultra-conservative Catholic group defies pope, ordains four bishops

Ultra-conservative Catholic group defies pope, ordains four bishops

The Daily Wire

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· Jul 2, 2026

Pope Leo Excommunicates Breakaway Traditionalist Sect From Catholic Church

Pope Leo XIV took the most significant disciplinary action of his young pontificate on Thursday, formally excommunicating the breakaway Society of St. Pius X (SSPX) after the group ignored his personal plea not to consecrate bishops without papal approval. One day after the radical traditionalist fraternity ordained four new bishops in Switzerland in direct violation ...

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Rebel Catholics Defy Vatican’s Calls to Return to Mainstream Church
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Al Jazeera English

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· Jul 3, 2026

Who are the rogue bishops defying Pope Leo XIV? | AJ #shorts

A rebel group of Roman Catholics has ordained its own bishops in direct defiance of Pope Leo XIV and the Vatican order. The Society of Saint Pius crisis has caused fears the Church could rupture. Soraya Lennie breaks it down. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X : https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.news/AJEMobile

DW News

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· Jul 4, 2026

Why Pope Leo excommunicated members of the Society of St. Pius X | DW News

The Vatican has imposed severe disciplinary measures on the ultratraditionalist Catholic 'Society of St. Pius X' (SSPX). The move comes after the group consecrated bishops without papal consent. We talk to Justin McLellan from the National Catholic Reporter for an in-depth look at the dramatic events within the Catholic Church. #PopeLeoXIV #SSPX #CatholicChurch #dwcurrentaffairs For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/dwnews Für Videos in deutscher Sprache besuchen Sie: https://www.youtube.com/dwdeutsch Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/deutschewelleenglish?sub_confirmation=1

Al Jazeera

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· Jul 3, 2026

Who are the rogue bishops defying Pope Leo XIV?

A rebel group of Roman Catholics has ordained its own bishops in direct defiance of Pope Leo XIV and the Vatican order.

Associated Press

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· Jul 2, 2026

Vatican excommunicates Society of St. Pius X bishops and priests

The Vatican responded aggressively Thursday to a traditionalist group that consecrated bishops without the pope’s consent, declaring the Society of St. Pius X had formally broken with the Catholic Church. It excommunicated its bishops and priests, and warned its faithful that they too face the harshest sanctions in the church. Subscribe: http://smarturl.it/AssociatedPress Read more: https://apnews.com​ This video may be available for archive licensing via https://newsroom.ap.org/home

Disclose.tv

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· Jul 2, 2026

[Media] JUST IN - The Vatican excommunicates ​priests and lay Catholics who are part of a brea [...]

JUST IN - The Vatican excommunicates ​priests and lay Catholics who are part of a breakaway right-wing ultra-traditionalist Catholic group, the Society of St Pius X, that ordained bishops without Pope Leo's approval, judging they were in schism ‌with the wider Church.Read here: https://www.disclose.tv/id/8klgxp4icx/@disclosetvDisclose.tvMembers of traditionalist Catholic group in schism, excommunicated, Vatican saysBreaking news from around the world.

Euromaidan Press

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· Jul 3, 2026

Italy joins Bulgaria in resisting EU sanctions on Patriarch Kirill

Rome's objection traces back to the Vatican's unease at sanctioning a Christian leader

ABC News

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· Jul 2, 2026

Defying Pope Leo XIV, traditionalists go ahead with bishop consecrations in Switzerland

A breakaway group of traditionalist Catholics has directly defied Pope Leo XIV by consecrating four bishops without his consent

Crikey

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· Jul 1, 2026

Christian nationalism is on the rise. Its disciples have more power than you realise

A constellation of influential institutions and figures are espousing a return to fundamental Christian values in our society, laws and national identity. The post Christian nationalism is on the rise. Its disciples have more power than you realise appeared first on Crikey.

Interaksyon

center

· Jun 25, 2026

Cardinal: Catholics should be agents of change, not ‘keyboard warriors’

Cardinal Jose Advincula of Manila on Wednesday urged Catholics to move beyond criticism and become agents of change, saying many people are quick to identify society’s problems but reluctant to help solve them. Speaking during Mass at Quiapo Church, he said meaningful renewal begins with personal responsibility, not complaints from the sidelines. “It is very [] The post Cardinal: Catholics should be agents of change, not ‘keyboard warriors’ appeared first on Interaksyon.

KSAT San Antonio

center

· Jul 2, 2026

Vatican excommunicates schismatic bishops and priests, and warns their followers

The Vatican has responded aggressively to a traditionalist society that consecrated bishops without the pope’s consent.

Catholic World Report

right

· Jun 29, 2026

Filipino cardinal: Catholics should be agents of change, not ‘keyboard warriors’

A Filipino cardinal urges Catholics to get offline, Syria welcomes its new papal nuncio, a Scottish diocese speaks out against an unsanctioned ordination, and more in this week's world news roundup. [...]

The Independent

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· Jul 2, 2026

What is the SSPX? Everything we know as Vatican excommunicates priests in bitter row

The Vatican said priests and lay Catholics who are part of the society were in schism with the wider Church

The Japan Times

center

· Jul 2, 2026

Members of rebel Catholic group in schism, excommunicated, Vatican says

The Vatican said on Thursday that priests and lay Catholics who are part of a breakaway right-wing Catholic group that ordained bishops without Pope Leo's approval are in schism with the wider church and now excommunicated.

Townhall

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· Jul 2, 2026

Vatican Excommunicates Traditionalist Catholic Group After Years of Failed Negotiations

Vatican Excommunicates Traditionalist Catholic Group After Years of Failed Negotiations

Daily Sabah

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· Jul 2, 2026

Vatican excommunicates members of right-wing Catholic group

The Vatican said Thursday it had excommunicated priests and lay Catholics belonging to a breakaway right-wing group that ordained bishops without the approval of Pope Leo XIV, decl...

CBC News

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· Jul 3, 2026

Pope Leo draws hard line on breakaway traditionalists, but it could get messy

As the Vatican excommunicated four bishops of the ultra-traditionalist Society of Saint Pius X this week, notice was also served that the society’s priests and lay Catholics who formally adhere to it are also considered cut off from the Roman Catholic Church — a move that raises the spiritual stakes for thousands of followers worldwide.

Fark

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· Jul 6, 2026

Priest from excommunicated Catholic sect claims "a future pope will welcome us back". Wrong answer. It's supposed to be "we'll start our own church, with hookers and blackjack" [Followup]

[link] [16 comments]

Eschaton

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· Jul 2, 2026

Schism

There's an opening for Pope Vance or Pope Douthat.VATICAN CITY (AP) — The Vatican responded aggressively Thursday to a traditionalist group that consecrated bishops without the pope’s consent, declaring the Society of St. Pius X had formally broken with the Catholic Church. It also excommunicated its bishops and priests, and warned its faithful that they too face the harshest sanctions in the church.

Tucker Carlson

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· Jun 24, 2026

They Are Mocking Christianity…

Watch more here: https://www.youtube.com/@TuckerCarlson/featured

ZENIT

right

· Jul 7, 2026

Decline, Resurgence, and Breaking Stereotypes: The State of Vocations and Priestly Ordinations in France, Germany, and Italy

Rather than a single narrative of inevitable decline or universal revival, today's Catholic Church presents a far more complex landscape—one in which signs of renewal and symptoms of crisis coexist, often separated by little more than a national border The post Decline, Resurgence, and Breaking Stereotypes: The State of Vocations and Priestly Ordinations in France, Germany, and Italy appeared first on ZENIT - English.

CNN

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· Jul 2, 2026

Vatican excommunicates breakaway Catholic group

The Vatican announced Thursday that priests and members of a breakaway Catholic group that ordained four new bishops in defiance of Pope Leo XIV’s wishes are in schism and excommunicated. CNN's Christoper Lamb reports.

Sweden Herald

Unknown

· Jul 1, 2026

Pope Leo XIV warns breakaway Catholic group against ordaining bishops as SSPX defies him anyway

Pope Leo XIV warns breakaway Catholic group against ordaining bishops as SSPX defies him anyway

Washington Examiner

lean right

· Jul 2, 2026

Vatican says SSPX in schism, affirms excommunication of laity and clerics

The Catholic Church’s preeminent traditionalists now find themselves firmly outside its communion, and the Vatican laments that they have only themselves to blame. The Holy See recognized on Thursday the self-inflicted excommunication of the Society of St. Pius X after the priestly fraternity defied the pope with an illicit consecration of bishops. Four priests were []

Times of India

lean right

· Jul 1, 2026

Pope Leo openly defied: Traditionalists consecrate 4 bishops without his consent

Pope Leo openly defied: Traditionalists consecrate 4 bishops without his consent

Reuters

center

· Jul 2, 2026

Who are the SSPX and why were they excommunicated?

The Vatican said priests and lay Catholics part of breakaway right-wing group the Society of St. Pius X that ordained bishops without Pope Leo's approval were in schism with the wider Church and now excommunicated. Here's what you need to know. #News #Reuters #Newsfeed #world #Europe #Vatican #Pope #SSPX #excommunication Read the story here: https://reut.rs/4eGHmtF 👉 Subscribe: https://reut.rs/4b8fRGn Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/ Follow Reuters on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on X: https://twitter.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reuters/?hl=en

Jacobin

left

· Jul 6, 2026

Inside the Schism Threatening the Catholic Church

Pope Leo excommunicated four newly consecrated bishops last week, members of the conservative Society of Saint Pius X. Their movement represents a broader traditionalist reaction in the Catholic church, fueled by Christian nationalists in the US and beyond.

The New American

right

· Jul 2, 2026

Vatican Excommunicates Traditionalist Group for Schism

The Vatican has pronounced a decree of excommunication against adherents of a traditionalist group that adheres to the Latin Mass. ... The post Vatican Excommunicates Traditionalist Group for Schism appeared first on The New American.

AMBCrypto

center

· Jun 24, 2026

Catholic groups join law enforcement in opposing THIS CLARITY Act provision

Will CLARITY Act advance amid increasing opposition?

UPI

center

· Jul 1, 2026

Ultra-conservative Catholic group defies pope, ordains four bishops

Ultra-conservative Catholic group defies pope, ordains four bishops

The Daily Wire

right

· Jul 2, 2026

Pope Leo Excommunicates Breakaway Traditionalist Sect From Catholic Church

Pope Leo XIV took the most significant disciplinary action of his young pontificate on Thursday, formally excommunicating the breakaway Society of St. Pius X (SSPX) after the group ignored his personal plea not to consecrate bishops without papal approval. One day after the radical traditionalist fraternity ordained four new bishops in Switzerland in direct violation ...

Related coverage for "Rebel Catholics Defy Vatican’s Calls to Return to Mainstream Church": Al Jazeera English — Who are the rogue bishops defying Pope Leo XIV? | AJ #shorts. DW News — Why Pope Leo excommunicated members of the Society of St. Pius X | DW News. Al Jazeera — Who are the rogue bishops defying Pope Leo XIV?. Associated Press — Vatican excommunicates Society of St. Pius X bishops and priests. Disclose.tv — [Media] JUST IN - The Vatican excommunicates ​priests and lay Catholics who are part of a brea [...]. Euromaidan Press — Italy joins Bulgaria in resisting EU sanctions on Patriarch Kirill. ABC News — Defying Pope Leo XIV, traditionalists go ahead with bishop consecrations in Switzerland. Crikey — Christian nationalism is on the rise. Its disciples have more power than you realise. Interaksyon — Cardinal: Catholics should be agents of change, not ‘keyboard warriors’. KSAT San Antonio — Vatican excommunicates schismatic bishops and priests, and warns their followers. Catholic World Report — Filipino cardinal: Catholics should be agents of change, not ‘keyboard warriors’. The Independent — What is the SSPX? Everything we know as Vatican excommunicates priests in bitter row. The Japan Times — Members of rebel Catholic group in schism, excommunicated, Vatican says . Townhall — Vatican Excommunicates Traditionalist Catholic Group After Years of Failed Negotiations. Daily Sabah — Vatican excommunicates members of right-wing Catholic group. CBC News — Pope Leo draws hard line on breakaway traditionalists, but it could get messy. Fark — Priest from excommunicated Catholic sect claims "a future pope will welcome us back". Wrong answer. It's supposed to be "we'll start our own church, with hookers and blackjack" [Followup]. Eschaton — Schism. Tucker Carlson — They Are Mocking Christianity…. ZENIT — Decline, Resurgence, and Breaking Stereotypes: The State of Vocations and Priestly Ordinations in France, Germany, and Italy. CNN — Vatican excommunicates breakaway Catholic group. Sweden Herald — Pope Leo XIV warns breakaway Catholic group against ordaining bishops as SSPX defies him anyway. Washington Examiner — Vatican says SSPX in schism, affirms excommunication of laity and clerics. Times of India — Pope Leo openly defied: Traditionalists consecrate 4 bishops without his consent. Reuters — Who are the SSPX and why were they excommunicated?. Jacobin — Inside the Schism Threatening the Catholic Church. The New American — Vatican Excommunicates Traditionalist Group for Schism. AMBCrypto — Catholic groups join law enforcement in opposing THIS CLARITY Act provision. UPI — Ultra-conservative Catholic group defies pope, ordains four bishops. The Daily Wire — Pope Leo Excommunicates Breakaway Traditionalist Sect From Catholic Church

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