Summary
On February 2, 2026, during a ceremony at the International Seminary of Saint-Curé-d’Ars in Flavigny-sur-Ozer, Father Davide Pagliarani, the Superior General of the Priestly Society of Saint Pius X (SSPX), announced his decision to consecrate bishops for July 1. Last August, Pagliarani sought a private audience with Pope Francis to present the SSPX’s situation and its need for continued ministry. He emphasized that the SSPX’s primary goal is the good of the Universal Church, as exemplified by Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre’s Declaration of November 21, 1974. Pagliarani indicated that his decision was influenced by a lack of response from the Holy See and unanimous council advice. The Society aims to provide priests in conformity with the timeless Magisterium for the greater good of the Church. Further explanations are forthcoming regarding this decision.
Key Topics
Vatican City, SSPX, July 1
