070 - Why Was SSPX Excommunicated?

The Society of St. Pius X has once again made headlines after the ordination of four bishops without papal approval, resulting in automatic excommunication. What led to this moment? Why is the approval of the Pope necessary to ordain bishops? What is the difference between loving Catholic tradition and separating oneself from the Church? Fr. Andy Vogel and Fr. Andy Beerman unpack the history of the SSPX, explain the Church's teaching on schism and papal authority, discuss the status of the Latin Mass, and answer common questions about whether Catholics who attend SSPX chapels are themselves excommunicated. Most importantly, they reflect on Christ's call to unity and how Catholics should respond with both truth and charity.