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EPISODE · Jul 18, 2025 · 57 MIN

Why the SSPX Doesn’t Always Conditionally Ordain – Questions with Father #51

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[embed]https://youtu.be/g2C0cfV720Y[/embed] Today on Questions with Father, we’re tackling a sensitive topic that has generated discussion across traditional Catholic circles: the issue of conditional ordinations. In this episode, Fr. Paul Robinson responds to objections surrounding the SSPX’s decision not to conditionally ordain every Novus Ordo priest who joins the Society. Why doesn’t the SSPX reordain across the board? What did Archbishop Lefebvre actually do—and teach—on this matter? We’ll address the principles behind the Society’s approach, common misunderstandings about sacramental theology, and the real dangers of overreacting to uncertainty. It’s a clear, thoughtful conversation aimed at peace of soul and fidelity to the Church’s tradition. We’d love your feedback on this series! [email protected] View this episode on YouTube:  https://youtu.be/g2C0cfV720Y – – – – – – – See all the episodes:  https://sspxpodcast.com/questions/ – – – – – – – The Society of Saint Pius X offers this series and all of its content free of charge. If you are able to offer a one time or a small monthly recurring donation, it will assist us greatly in continuing to provide these videos for the good of the Church and Catholic Tradition. Please Support this Apostolate with 1-time or Monthly Donation >> – – – – – – – Explore more: Subscribe to this Podcast to receive this and all our audio episodes Subscribe to the SSPX YouTube channel for video versions of our podcast series and Sermons FSSPX News Website: https://fsspx.news Visit the US District website: https://sspx.org/ – – – – – What is the SSPX Podcast? The SSPX Podcast is produced by Angelus Press, which has as its mission the fortification of traditional Catholics so that they can defend the Faith, and reaching out to those who have not yet found Tradition.  – – – – – – What is the SSPX? The main goal of the Society of Saint Pius X is to preserve the Catholic Faith in its fullness and purity, to teach its truths, and to diffuse its virtues, especially through the Roman Catholic priesthood. Authentic spiritual life, the sacraments, and the traditional liturgy are its primary means of bringing this life of grace to souls. Although the traditional Latin Mass is the most visible and public expression of the work of the Society, we are committed to defending Catholic Tradition in its entirety: all of Catholic doctrine and morals as the Church has always defended them. What people need is the Catholic Faith, without compromise, with all the truth and beauty which accompanies it. https://sspx.org

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