The SSPX Paradox: Rome Tolerates Disobedience—Except When It Defends Tradition

The SSPX Paradox: Rome Tolerates Disobedience—Except When It Defends TraditionIs the Society of St. Pius X truly disobedient? This analysis explores the troubling SSPX paradox: widespread dissent in the Church is ignored, while fidelity to tradition is condemned. From liturgical abuse to doctrinal confusion, the real crisis of obedience may not be where you’ve been told to look.n his recent interview with Michael Matt, Bishop Athanasius Schneider emphasized that even if the Society of St. Pius X (SSPX) is disobedient as it relates to the consecration of bishops or other matters, it is not schismatic. While some sincere Catholics may...