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Vatican Warns SSPX: Consecrating Bishops Risks Schism

2/12/2026

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The Vatican warns the Society of St. Pius X (SSPX) against consecrating new bishops without papal consent, saying it risks schism.
Cardinal Víctor Manuel Fernández says dialogue requires the SSPX halting the consecrations.
Rev. Davide Pagliarani argues that new bishops are essential for the society's survival.
The Vatican offers talks to regularize SSPX's status, contingent on suspending the consecrations.
The SSPX has not yet responded to the latest warning.

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The Vatican warns the Society of St. Pius X (SSPX) against consecrating new bishops without papal consent, saying it risks schism.
Cardinal Víctor Manuel Fernández says dialogue requires the SSPX halting the consecrations.
Rev. Davide Pagliarani argues that new bishops are essential for the society's survival.
The Vatican offers talks to regularize SSPX's status, contingent on suspending the consecrations.
The SSPX has not yet responded to the latest warning.