Cardinal Fernández to Pius X Society: Ordaining new bishops is schismatic act
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Key Points:
- The Priestly Fraternity of Saint Pius X (FSSPX) plans to ordain new bishops in July 2026 without the Pope's approval, despite appeals from the Vatican.
- Cardinal Víctor Manuel Fernández, Prefect of the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith, clarified that these ordinations lack the necessary pontifical mandate and are considered a schismatic act.
- Such actions are deemed a grave offense against God and result in automatic excommunication according to Church law and previous Vatican statements.
- Pope Leo XIV continues to pray for the FSSPX leaders to reconsider their decision and avoid further division within the Church.