Summary
This week, the Society of St. Pius X announced its intention to proceed with the illicit consecration of bishops later this year without a papal mandate. The DDF prefect, Cardinal Victor Fernandez, met with the SSPX superior after announcing the group’s decision. Meanwhile, readers are seeking explanations on illicit consecrations and related issues. An explainer is available on The Pillar website to walk through the legal aspects and context of the situation, including schism and canon law implications. Notably, Pope Leo XIII has been praised for his competence, coherence, and clarity in governing the Church, though a crisis point regarding papal authority appears imminent.
Key Topics
Pope Leo, Canon law, papal authority