The Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith declared the excommunication of the Society of St. Pius X (SSPX) leadership in July, but questions persist regarding the validity of sacraments administered by SSPX priests. Specifically, the canonical status of SSPX confessions and weddings remains unclear. While the DDF stated that SSPX sacraments are invalid, some canonists argue that the faculties granted to SSPX priests by Pope Francis remain intact. The Vatican faces the challenge of reconciling these conflicting interpretations, as departments offer dueling opinions on the matter. More: The Pillar
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