Tag: Pope Leo XIV
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John Salza on SSPX Sympathizers: ‘They’re Almost Worse’
John Salza argues that while some Catholics who attend SSPX chapels solely for liturgical reasons may lack imputability, non-SSPX influencers who publicly promote the Society’s doctrinal positions may demonstrate formal adherence to schism and be considered excommunicated in the Church’s external forum. Read more…
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Fr. Gerald Murray: SSPX’s Appeal Does Not Overturn the Excommunication Decree
Fr. Gerald Murray explains that the SSPX’s preliminary recourse does not overturn or nullify the excommunication decree. It merely requests administrative review while the Dicastery considers whether to withdraw or uphold it. Read more…
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Fr. Gerald Murray Opines: SSPX Decree Is Canonically Defective
Father Gerald Murray asserts that the Vatican’s decree excommunicates six SSPX bishops but does not formally declare the remaining priests and laity excommunicated. He critiques the explanatory note for overstepping legal boundaries and argues penal laws must specify actions for clarity. Read more…
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What SSPX Laypeople Should Do to Return to the Catholic Church
This article calls SSPX laypeople to return to the Catholic Church, explaining who needs reconciliation and outlining the Vatican’s process for restoring full communion through the local bishop. Read more…
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SSPX’s Basis for a Frank Discussion with the Holy See
A short reflection on the SSPX’s 24 June 2026 open letter to Pope Leo XIV, its defense of Tradition, and its approach to future dialogue with Rome. Read more…
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The SSPX and Germany: Different Illnesses, Different Remedies
The SSPX and Germany represent different illnesses within the Church and therefore require different remedies. Comparing them ignores key ecclesiological distinctions and creates a false equivalence between separate problems. Read more…
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Paul Kengor: Why Pope Leo XIV Is Neither a Liberal Nor a Democrat
Paul Kengor argues that Pope Leo XIV is neither a liberal nor a Democrat, citing his pro-life record, traditional Catholic beliefs, Republican primary voting history, and commitment to restoring stability and unity. Read more…
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On Bishop Schneider’s “Core Questions” Regarding the SSPX
My reaction to Bishop Schneider’s five core claims on the SSPX and his critique of those who do not fully align with the Society is that they frame a complex issue in a strongly one-sided way. Read more…
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The Minds Behind Magnifica Humanitas
Magnifica Humanitas is, in many ways, a Francis document written by Leo XIV. Drawing heavily from Francis, John Paul II, Vatican II, Benedict XVI, Augustine, and other Catholic thinkers, it applies their ideas to the challenges of artificial intelligence and human dignity. Read more…
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The Feminization and Laicization of the Roman Curia
News reports Pope Leo XIV appointed laywoman Maria Montserrat Alvarado to head Vatican communications. Appointment raises concerns about increasing lay and women leadership in the Curia and potential identity dilution. Read more…