# SSPX Consecrates Bishops Without Pope | Europe News

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Podcast: [Europe News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now](https://stenobird.com/podcast/europe-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7498547)
Published: 2026-07-01T06:55:18+00:00
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In a bold move that threatens Catholic unity, the Society of Saint Pius X is set to consecrate four new bishops without Vatican approval — a violation that automatically triggers excommunication under canon law. This marks the first major test for Pope Leo XIV, who’s striving to heal divisions with traditionalist factions. Founded in 1975 by Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre to resist Vatican II reforms, the SSPX has grown into a global, ultra-traditionalist network despite past excommunications. Though Pope Francis previously granted some concessions to the group, Pope Leo may now reverse those gestures in response to this defiant act, sending a clear message about the limits of autonomy within the Church. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/93c40b80eda8d199

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