“Imagine the SSPX having to discuss Catholic doctrine with a theologically illiterate modernist heretic pornographer buffoon who is supposed to be head of doctrine for the Church….”

(N.B. The title of this post a quote from the inimitable Chris Jackson. “Synodality”, whatever that means, in no way trumps the Tradition of the Church, not in this or in any other conceivable universe…)

Vatican doctrine chief to hold talks with SSPX leader

Cardinal Fernández told The Pillar he hoped to “find a fruitful path of dialogue”

EDGAR BELTRÁN

FEB 04, 2026

Cardinal Víctor Manuel Fernández will meet with the leader of the Society of St. Pius X next week, days after the traditionalist group announced plans to consecrate new bishops without a papal mandate.

Announcing the step Feb. 2, Fr. Davide Pagliarani, the superior general of the SSPX, said the decision to consecrate new bishops in July came after he requested an audience with Pope Leo XIV in August 2025 and after he recently received a letter from the Vatican “which does not in any way respond to our requests.”

More: https://www.pillarcatholic.com/p/vatican-doctrine-chief-to-hold-talks?utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web