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Defying Pope Leo XIV and risking schism, traditionalists go ahead with Latin Mass consecrations
Summary by Alamo Heights News Editorial Desk Nicole Winfield And Jamey Keaten, Associated Press , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· July 1, 2026
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Key points Further details about this development are available from KSAT 12, the local news source in San Antonio. A group of traditionalist Catholics has taken a significant step by consecrating four bishops without the consent of Pope Leo XIV.
A group of traditionalist Catholics has taken a significant step by consecrating four bishops without the consent of Pope Leo XIV. This move is seen as a direct challenge to the Pope's authority and has raised concerns about a potential schism within the Catholic Church.
The consecrations took place during an ancient Latin Mass, which was celebrated in Econe, Switzerland. The event was marked by the tolling of bells through the mountain valley.
Further details about this development are available from KSAT 12, the local news source in San Antonio. Readers in Alamo Heights can refer to the original report for more information on this significant event within the Catholic Church.
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Category: business Published: July 1, 2026 Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News Reading time: 1 min
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