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Excommunication communication: What if the SSPX does a schism?
- The Vatican signals potential schism and excommunication if SSPX consecrations proceed without a papal mandate.
- Vatican clarifies that ‘formal adherence’ to schism could lead to latae sententiae excommunication for clerics.
- The Holy See could also bar SSPX clergy from ministering or administering sacraments within diocesan territories.
- Diocesan bishops may identify SSPX clerics in their territory and issue automatic excommunications for schism where warranted.
- The U.S. Diocese of Lincoln once listed SSPX as a prohibited society, a precedent cited in Vatican discussions.
- The Vatican could issue a broader declaration that the SSPX is in a state of schism following July acts.
- Some clerical faculties from Pope Francis to SSPX priests could be revoked if schism is formally recognized.
- The article emphasizes due process and clear application of law as a priority under Pope Leo.
- Church leaders consider combining pastoral care with canonical penalties to manage laity attached to the SSPX.
- Experts caution that public actions may risk pastoral confusion if penalties are not widely enforced.
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