Kansas City Bishop Johnston ALMOST Explains Schism With SSPX

This post is probably just for good Catholics who want a deep dive into how locals are coping with trending love for the old Latin Mass and conservative views of the Church.

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"The Holy See has subsequently issued a Decree and Explanatory Note regarding the schismatic actions. As a result, I will be preparing guidance to assist our clergy, lay Faithful, and especially any of the lay Faithful who have worshipped locally with the SSPX at St. Vincent de Paul Kansas City.

"Despite the fruitful efforts of past decades from the Holy See and our local Church to move towards a fully-restored ecclesial communion, the schism which has occurred will impact those who choose to formally adhere to the Society of St. Pius X. While it is imperative to not abandon future efforts toward full communion and to fervently pray for such, those who wish to maintain communion with the Catholic Church, including valid reception of the sacraments of Matrimony and Penance (Confession), will no longer find that possible within the SSPX."

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