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What is the Society of St Pius X? Why Pope Leo excommunicated its members

The Vatican has declared the Society of St Pius X (SSPX) to be formally in ‘schism’ with the Catholic Church after the traditionalist group defied Pope Leo XIV by consecrating four bishops without papal approval. A schism is a formal break in the unity of …

What is the Society of St Pius X? Why Pope Leo excommunicated its bishops 

The Vatican has declared the Society of St Pius X (SSPX) to be formally in ‘schism’ with the Catholic Church after the traditionalist group defied Pope Leo XIV by consecrating four bishops without papal approval. A schism is a formal break in the unity of …

Local church affected after Vatican excommunicates St. Pius X bishops, 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 …

Pope Leo Blasts Bishop Ordinations as a 'Sin of Extreme Gravity' in His First Big Test as Pontiff

Pope Leo XIV warned a breakaway traditionalist sect that consecrating bishops without his consent would be a 'sin of extreme gravity'. The Society of Saint Pius X (SSPX) went ahead anyway, ordaining four new bishops in Switzerland on Wednesday. The …

Catholic 'cult' with sinister past that was banished by Vatican is 'resilient' in the UK

SSPX Bishop Alfonso de Galarreta walks in Econe, western Switzerland, on July 1, 2026 The Vatican has launched a dramatic crackdown on a breakaway Catholic group with a small but organised foothold in Britain. The Society of Saint Pius X (SSPX) is a …

Lefebvre’s Schism Repeated 38 Years Later

By Andrea Tornielli It is a troubled history, marked by generous attempts, doors kept open, and opportunities offered. It is a painful story, characterized by two grave ruptures that led the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Pius X, founded by Archbishop Marcel …

Vatican declares radical sect in schism, excommunicates bishops and priests

VATICAN CITY (AP) — The Vatican responded Thursday aggressively 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 …

HOLY REBELLION! Secrets Nobody Told You About Breakaway Catholic Bishops Defying Pope Leo XIV and the Vatican

The ultratraditionalist Society of St. Pius X has defied Pope Leo XIV by consecrating four bishops without his consent at its seminary in Econe, Switzerland. The move incurred an automatic excommunication for the bishops involved, and amounted to a “ …

Rebel Catholic group SSPX defies pope, consecrates bishops

A breakaway group of traditionalist Catholics, the Society of Saint Pius X (SSPX),  on Wednesday defied Pope Leo XIV in consecrating four bishops without his sanction. Midway through the mass in the Swiss Alps, Bishop Alfonso de Galarreta placed his hands …

Rebel Catholic group SSPX defies pope, consecrates bishops

A breakaway group of traditionalist Catholics, the Society of Saint Pius X (SSPX),  on Wednesday defied Pope Leo XIV in consecrating four bishops without his sanction. Midway through the mass in the Swiss Alps, Bishop Alfonso de Galarreta placed his hands …

Lefebvre's schism repeated 38 years later

The Priestly Fraternity of Saint Pius X once again separates itself from Rome through illicit episcopal consecrations carried out against the Pope's will, despite the generous efforts of Pope Saints Paul VI and John Paul II, the decision by Pope …

Vatican confirms six SSPX bishops excommunicated

The Vatican declared Thursday the excommunications of all six bishops of the traditionalist Society of St. Pius X following the illicit episcopal consecration in Écône, Switzerland on July 1. Bishop Alfonso de Galarreta consecrates four new SSPX bishops in …

Vatican expels ultra-conservative bishops

ROME -- Following the unauthorized episcopal consecrations carried out by the ultra-conservative Society of St Pius X, the Vatican has officially confirmed the excommunication of the six individuals involved. The Vatican's Congregation for the Doctrine …

Vatican Declares Historic Schism as Lefebvrist Bishops Defy Papal Authority

The Vatican has formally declared that the Society of Saint Pius X, commonly known as the Lefebvrists, has entered into schism with the Catholic Church after the group’s leadership proceeded with the unauthorized ordination of four bishops in Switzerland …

Pope excommunicates 500,000 Catholics from ultra-conservative rebel sect

More than 500,000 Catholics from an ultra-conservative breakaway sect have been excommunicated from the Vatican in a rare move by Pope Leo XIV. Followers of the Society of Saint Pius X (SSPX) have been censured by the church after it consecrated four new …

What is SSPX, the secretive rebel Catholic group expelled by the Pope

A secretive rebel group of ultra-conservative Catholics, known as the Society of Saint Pius X (SSPX), has come under global spotlight for openly defying the Vatican. Earlier this week, the SSPX consecrated four bishops in defiance of Pope Leo XIV. The …

SSPX illicitly ordains four new bishops

The traditionalist Society of St. Pius X illicitly ordained four new bishops Wednesday, despite a last-minute appeal by Pope Leo XIV, and the prospect of declared canonical penalties for the ecclesiastical crime of schism. Bishop Alfonso de Galarreta …

What to know about the breakaway traditionalist Catholics defying Pope Leo XIV

VATICAN CITY — The ultratraditionalist Society of St. Pius X is planning to defy Pope Leo XIV by consecrating four bishops without his consent. The move incurs an automatic excommunication for the bishops involved, and amounts to a “schismatic act” — or a …

Catholic Church excommunicates SSPX bishops

July 2, 2026 – On July 1 the Society of Saint Pius X (SSPX) consecrated four new bishops in open defiance of Rome. An official decree from the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith followed declaring the excommunication of the clergy of the SSPX. …

Thousands to Unite in San Diego This Fall for the Global Conference for Israel

As Jewish National Fund-USA marks 125 years, the nation's largest annual gathering of Zionists will look ahead to the next century of impact. SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Thousands of supporters of the …

Cancer Survivor Michell Maxwell Unveils Spiritual Guide to Finding Purpose in Life's Deepest Wounds

"Beauty in the Brokenness" offers a powerful roadmap for transforming grief and adversity into unshakeable faith and personal triumph. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a world desperate for authentic …

ORDINARY EXCEPTIONALISM BY BOB HOEBEKE OFFERS POWERFUL MODERN PARABLES OF FAITH, PURPOSE, AND EXTRAORDINARY GRACE

Bob Hoebeke’s moving new collection invites readers to discover how God can use ordinary lives for exceptional impact. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bob Hoebeke, a builder, entrepreneur, longtime man of faith, and …

Hope Fitzgerald, Spiritual Guide and Author, Shares Her Journey and the Transformational Power of the Infinity Wave®

The Infinity Wave® provides individuals with a practical spiritual tool to quiet the mind, navigate change, and experience greater emotional well-being LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Some of life's …

Federal Court Finds Lummi Nation Likely to Succeed in Lawsuit over Disturbance of Ancestral Burial Sites

Court Orders Advance Notice Before Any Further Ground-Disturbing Work in Point Roberts BELLINGHAM, WA, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A federal judge yesterday granted significant preliminary relief to the Lummi Nation in its …

Sunny Glen Children's Home Youth Honored in Washington, D.C., for Writing on Youth Violence

SAN BENITO, TX, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A youth in the care of Sunny Glen Children's Home was honored in Washington, D.C., this week for a personal essay on the impact of violence, selected from students nationwide …

Rand Group expands Sage partnership into Canada

Expansion brings Sage Intacct expertise, implementation services, and long-term support to Canadian organizations HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rand Group, a professional services firm specializing in ERP, CRM, …

American Friends of NATAL Rallies Support for Trauma Care at Hamptons Events, New IDF Partnership & Expanding Impact

American Friends of NATAL expands global mental health programs, partners with the IDF for trauma care, and announces its annual NYC Gala on Nov 10. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In an ongoing effort to raise …

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LEGENDS OF GOSPEL: VEGAS RESIDENCY Featuring The Clark Sisters, Deitrick Haddon and Fred Hammond Announced

IKON Presents & Dr. Holly Carter Announce The First Gospel Residency on the Las Vegas Strip in 60 Years, The Theater at Virgin Hotels October 8 & 9, 2026 LAS VEGAS, CA, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- IKON Presents …

ActsSocial Publicly Launches as Faith-First Social Platform Built on Community Instead of Outrage

Already connecting more than 7,000 verified members across 195 countries, the ad-free platform offers a new vision for meaningful online connection MCKINNEY, TX, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- At a time when many people are …

LEAD Against Trafficking Launches Statewide Campaign Urging Ohio Senate Vote on Bipartisan Anti-Trafficking Bills

HB 47 and HB 88 passed the Ohio House with overwhelming bipartisan support but remain stalled in the Senate Judiciary Committee CLEVELAND, OH, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- LEAD Against Trafficking (Legislative Engagement, …

Al Aman Fund Launched the Annual Back to Education Campaign to Support Orphaned Youth for the 2026/2027 Academic Year

Al Aman Fund Launched the Annual Back to Education Campaign to Support Orphaned Youth for the 2026/2027 Academic Year AMMAN, AMMAN, JORDAN, July 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Al Aman Fund for the Future of Orphans has launched its annual …

صندوق الأمان يطلق حملة العودة للتعليم تحت عنوان “معك طريقهم أمان” لدعم الشباب الأيتام للعام الدراسي 2026/ 2027

صندوق الأمان يطلق حملة العودة للتعليم تحت عنوان “معك طريقهم أمان” لدعم الشباب الأيتام للعام الدراسي 2026/ 2027 AMMAN, AMMAN, JORDAN, July 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- أطلق صندوق الأمان لمستقبل الأيتام حملته السنوية "العودة إلى التعليم…

Markkula Center for Applied Ethics to Host 'AI and Magnifica Humanitas’: A Webinar Series About the Papal Encyclical

SANTA CLARA, CA, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- WHAT: Santa Clara University’s Markkula Center for Applied Ethics is hosting a four-part webinar series on "AI and Magnifica Humanitas." Markkula Center staff …

RockLeaf Landscaping Releases Project Data Showing Growth in Multi-Element Backyard Renovations

TORONTO, ON, CANADA, July 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- RockLeaf Landscaping, a residential and commercial landscape design and build firm serving the Greater Toronto Area, reported that homeowners commissioning full backyard transformations are …

Dr. James E. Harris Jr. Shares a Remarkable Journey From Childhood Poverty to a Career in Surgery

Not Who I Once Was reveals how faith, resilience, family, and determination transformed a troubled youth into a life of purpose and professional achievement. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dr. James E. …

Industry Analyst Jeff Kagan Recognizes Susan and Michael Dell for Their Commitment to Children and Families

Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Continues to Create Opportunities Helping Children and Families Around the World NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Industry Analyst, Strategic Advisor, and Tech Influencer Jeff …

Awakening Foundation Kicks Off Its Annual Ticket Offer Tomorrow with $30 All-In Tickets

Summer just got better. July 15-22, get select tickets to Awakening Foundation's biggest Christian music tours for just $30 All-In + taxes, while supplies last. NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Summer just got even …

My Sins Shares a Powerful Journey of Redemption, Healing, and Personal Freedom

Clayton G. Lesatz offers an honest memoir encouraging readers to confront guilt, embrace forgiveness, and discover freedom through faith and transformation. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Author Clayton G. …