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Pope issues plea to breakaway traditionalist group to back off bishop consecrations
By Nicole Winfield, Associated Press at KPRC 2 Houston (NBC / Click2Houston)
· June 30, 2026
· 3 min read
Pope Leo XIV on Tuesday issued a plea to a breakaway group of traditionalist Catholics to call off its plan to consecrate new bishops without his consent, describing the move as a schismatic act and a “sin of extreme gravity.”“I plead with you and ask you with all my heart: please turn back!” Leo...
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Why this matters in Sugar Land News
The Pope's last-ditch appeal to the traditionalist group has significant implications for the Catholic community in Sugar Land . As a city with a sizable Catholic population, the potential schism within the church could affect local parishioners who value tradition and unity. The Society of St. Pius X's insistence on upholding the ancient Latin Mass may resonate with some Catholics in Sugar Land who prefer a more traditional approach to worship. However, the Vatican's warning of automatic excommunication for the new bishops and the bishop administering the consecration may lead to confusion and division among local Catholics. The outcome of this crisis will be closely watched by Catholic leaders and parishioners in Sugar Land, who will be looking for guidance on how to navigate the complex issues of church unity and tradition. The local Catholic community's response to the Pope's appeal and the Society's actions will be an important indicator of the city's ecclesiastical landscape.
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Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Houston (NBC / Click2Houston) ·
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What is this story about? Pope Leo XIV on Tuesday issued a plea to a breakaway group of traditionalist Catholics to call off its plan to consecrate new bishops without his consent, describing the move as a schismatic act and a “sin of extreme gravity.”“I plead with you and ask you with all my heart: please turn back!” Leo...
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