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What to know about the Society of St. Pius X, the schismatic group excommunicated by the Pope
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What to know about the Society of St. Pius X, the schismatic group excommunicated by the Pope

NPR News · Jul 2, 2026, 6:26 PM · Also reported by 4 other sources

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The Society of St. Pius X was excommunicated by Pope Leo for ordaining bishops without his permission. Its issues with the church run far deeper.

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