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Vatican declares Society of St. Pius X in schism, excommunicates bishops and invalidates sacraments
Summary by Tomball News Editorial Desk Nicole Winfield, Associated Press , as published by KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 2, 2026
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Key points Further details on this development are available from KPRC 2 and Click2Houston, including the Vatican's reasoning behind its aggressive response to the society's actions. The Vatican has taken action against the Society of St.
The Vatican has taken action against the Society of St. Pius X, a traditionalist group. This move comes after the society consecrated bishops without the pope's approval.
The Vatican's response includes declaring the society in schism and excommunicating its bishops. Additionally, the Vatican has invalidated sacraments performed by the society.
Further details on this development are available from KPRC 2 and Click2Houston, including the Vatican's reasoning behind its aggressive response to the society's actions.
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Category: business Published: July 2, 2026 Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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