Summary
In response to an announcement that the Society of St. Pius X will hold new episcopal consecrations on July 1st without papal approval, Fr. Alfredo Maria Morselli reflects on this potential accord between the Holy See and the Society. This move aims to resolve a doctrinal issue posed by Pope Benedict XVI’s remission of excommunication for four bishops consecrated by Archbishop Marcel L Lefebvre in 1988. The Society seeks papal authorization to continue its practices, including participation in Novus Ordo Masses and acceptance of the new Code of Canon Law since 1960. Fr. Morselli emphasizes that the current situation contrasts with what Archbishop Lefebvre agreed upon on May 5, 1988 but later withdrew due to widespread disapproval from the Church. The true stakes lie in determining whether the Society can maintain its doctrinal stance without papal recognition, a prerequisite for any potential accord.
Key Topics
Vatican City, Fraternità sacerdotale di San Pio X, Benedict XVI
