Catholic Rebels Facing Excommunication Would 'Rather Die' Than Change
Summary
A traditionalist Catholic group called the Society of St. Pius X (SSPX) plans to ordain bishops without the approval of Pope Leo. The Vatican has warned that this act could lead to their excommunication, meaning they would be officially excluded from the Catholic Church.Key Facts
- SSPX is a Catholic group known for opposing modern changes in the Church since it was started in 1970.
- The Vatican says ordaining bishops without the pope’s permission is a serious act called schism, which can lead to excommunication.
- SSPX leaders say they want to stay in the Catholic Church but will not give up their traditional beliefs.
- The Vatican’s Cardinal Víctor Manuel Fernández said that carrying out the ordinations would be a grave offense and lead to excommunication.
- SSPX has warned for over 50 years that modern changes in the Church harm Catholic faith and morals.
- The group announced plans in February to ordain bishops without the pope’s approval in July.
- Excommunication means being formally excluded from the community and sacraments of the Catholic Church.
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