Pope Leo XIV has issued a direct appeal to the Society of St Pius X, urging it to abandon its planned episcopal consecrations and warning that carrying them out would constitute a “schismatic act” with grave consequences for the faithful attached to the fraternity. Addressing the letter personally to the SSPX’s Superior General, Fr Davide Pagliarani, the Pope combines warm praise for the society's devotion to the liturgy, priestly formation and fidelity to Tradition with an urgent plea not to proceed.
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Pope Leo XIV makes last-minute plea to SSPX
The Pope has issued a direct personal appeal to the Society of St Pius X, urging it to abandon its planned episcopal consecrations and warning that proceeding would deepen its separation from the Church.
The Catholic Herald
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