Articles on this issue "Society of St. Pius X"

Father Lombardi Denounces Holocaust-Deniers

Says It's Even More Grave When It's a Bishop

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It is a morally grave matter when a priest or bishop, in communion or not with the Church, denies the Holocaust and the extermination of millions of Jews at the hands of the Nazis, says the …

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Pontiff Tells Why He's Reaching Out to Lefebvrists

Points to Unity as "Explicit Duty" of a Pastor

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Benedict XVI is offering a personal explanation for his decision to remove the excommunication of four traditionalist bishops ordained without papal permission. The Pope spoke today at the …

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Holocaust-Denying Bishop Silenced

Bishop Fellay Apologizes on Behalf of Pius X Society

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Bishop Fellay's Apology for Holocaust Statements

"We Ask For the Forgiveness of the Supreme Pontiff"

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Here is a translation of the communiqué made public today by the superior-general of the Society of St. Pius X, Bishop Bernard Fellay, in which he apologizes for statements made by Bishop …

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UK Bishops on Lifting of Excommunications

Q-and-A Explains Standing of 4 Lefebvrite Bishops

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Here is an explanation prepared by the episcopal conference of England and Wales on the lifting of the excommunication of four bishops of the Society of St. Pius X. A statement released by the …

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With Lefebvrists, It's Just the Beginning

Ecclesia Dei Member Considers Lifting of Excommunication

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The lifting of excommunication for four bishops of the Society of St. Pius X is just the beginning of a process of dialogue with the traditionalist group, says a member of the Pontifical …

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Gesture With Lefebvrists Is No Change for Church

Daily: Dedication to Vatican II and Dialogue With Jews Are Untouched

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Benedict XVI is unwavering in his commitment to apply the Second Vatican Council, and lifting the excommunication of four traditionalist bishops in no way changes that, affirmed the Vatican's …

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Vatican Official: Pope Has Plans for Latin Mass

Says Benedict XVI Wants to Offer This "Treasure" to All

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The president of the Pontifical Commission "Ecclesia Dei" has confirmed that Benedict XVI hopes to increase the availability of the Latin Mass. Cardinal Darío Castrillón Hoyos said this …

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Some Lefebvre Followers Reconcile With Rome

New Institute to Celebrate Mass in Old Rite

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Five priests and seminarians, including past members of the Society of St. Pius X, founded by Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre, have returned to full communion with the Catholic Church. They founded …

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3 Named to Work With Lefebvre Group

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Benedict XVI has appointed three new members to the commission that is working for a return to full communion for members of the Society of St. Pius X. The three appointed to the Pontifical …

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French Bishops Open to Lefebvre's Followers

Will Do "Everything Possible" to Achieve Full Communion

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The bishops of France expressed their willingness to receive Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre's followers, once they are reconciled with the Holy See. In a note issued today, at the end of their …

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Cardinals Open to Reconcile With Lefebvre Followers

Ways Being Studied

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The general attitude at a meeting Benedict XVI held with cardinals this week was to seek reconciliation with the followers of Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre. "The Church awaits them with open …

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Pope Asks Advice on Lefebvre, Islam, Retired Prelates

Meets Cardinals on Eve of Consistory

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On the eve of his first consistory as Pope, Benedict XVI presided at a meeting of cardinals to address the key challenges facing the Church. During today's meeting, described as "a moment of …

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Pope Meets Successor of Lefebvre in Search of Communion

In a "Climate of Love for the Church," Says Vatican Spokesman

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Benedict XVI received Bishop Bernard Fellay, who succeeded Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre as head of the Society of St. Pius X, with the "desire to arrive at perfect communion." Today's meeting …

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Lefebvre Successor Reportedly to Meet Pope

According to Society of St. Pius X

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The Society of St. Pius X said that Benedict XVI will receive its superior general, Bishop Bernard Fellay, in audience next Monday at the papal summer residence of Castel Gandolfo. The …

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