Pope Leo XIV excommunicates the Society of Saint Pius X following unauthorized episcopal ordinations in Écône

Pope Leo XIV has excommunicated members of the Society of Saint Pius X.

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The move follows unauthorized episcopal ordinations in Écône, Switzerland.

The decision could strengthen the American pontiff’s position despite the schism.

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