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

2026-07-02

Key Takeaway

The Society of St. Pius X was excommunicated by Pope Leo for ordaining bishops without his permission.

Published July 2, 2026 · Category: News

Overview

The bishops from Society of St. Pius X were among those excommunicated by the Catholic Church on Thursday.

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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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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This story was reported by NPR News.