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What the Vatican's SSPX schism means for catholics in West Texas
By Manny Diaz at BigCountryHomepage (KTAB CBS / KRBC NBC) - News
· July 8, 2026
· 1 min read
SAN ANGELO, Texas (Concho Valley Homepage) — The ordination of four new bishops by the Society of St. Pius X (SSPX) without papal approval has prompted a response from the Diocese of San Angelo, with Bishop Michael J Sis urging Catholics to remain in full communion with Pope Leo XIV and the Roman...
Key takeaway Pius X (SSPX) without papal approval has prompted a response from the Diocese of San Angelo, with Bishop Michael J Sis urging Catholics to remain in full communion with Pope Leo XIV and the Roman Catholic Church.
Why this matters in Abilene News
The Vatican's SSPX schism has significant implications for Catholics in West Texas, particularly in the Abilene area. As the Diocese of San Angelo's response suggests, local church leaders are taking steps to address the potential fallout from the ordination of bishops without papal approval. This development may lead to increased scrutiny of Catholic institutions and communities in the region, potentially affecting their relationships with the broader Roman Catholic Church. In Abilene, where the Catholic community is a vital part of the city's fabric, the SSPX schism could lead to discussions about the importance of maintaining communion with the Pope and the global Catholic Church. The local Catholic community will likely be watching Bishop Sis's guidance closely, as his leadership will help shape the response to this development in West Texas. The situation may also prompt Abilene's Catholics to reflect on their own connections to the global Church and its hierarchy.
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Category: business ·
Published: July 8, 2026 ·
Source: BigCountryHomepage (KTAB CBS / KRBC NBC) - News ·
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What is this story about? SAN ANGELO, Texas (Concho Valley Homepage) — The ordination of four new bishops by the Society of St. Pius X (SSPX) without papal approval has prompted a response from the Diocese of San Angelo, with Bishop Michael J Sis urging Catholics to remain in full communion with Pope Leo XIV and the Roman...
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