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Fr. Pagliarani’s SSPX Statement: Untrue, Divisive, Uncharitable, and Arguably Heretical

May 3, 2026

May 3, 2026 (Steven O’Reilly) – The date on which the SSPX’s plans consecrations of new bishops is now less than two months away.  That date, July 1st, is just around the corner, and as we approach it, the plaintive cries for the pope to show ‘mercy’ to the SSPX and to approve of the consecrations … More Fr. Pagliarani’s SSPX Statement: Untrue, Divisive, Uncharitable, and Arguably Heretical

Vatican’s Criminal Probe of Renunciation: Much ado about nothing

April 15, 2026

April 14, 2026 (Steven O’Reilly) – Benepapism, the mistaken belief that the resignation of Benedict XVI was invalid, is something of zombie controversy.  It’s dead but its adherents don’t want to believe it, demanding more sequels. The latest news on which the Benepapists are likely to pin their hopes is found in a recent LifeSiteNews … More Vatican’s Criminal Probe of Renunciation: Much ado about nothing

The Narci-Schism of Dr. Mazza and the neo-sedevacantists

March 10, 2026

March 10, 2026 (Steven O’Reilly) – Many of the leading Benepapists not only persist in their erroneous belief Francis was not a true pope, but they have now compounded this error by declaring Leo XIV an antipope as well. The sad reality is that these Benepapists are now two popes into full-blown sedevacantism. A few … More The Narci-Schism of Dr. Mazza and the neo-sedevacantists

John-Henry Westen is wrong on the possibility either Francis or Leo are anti-popes

February 28, 2026

February 28, 2026 (Steven O’Reilly) –  A couple of days ago, John-Henry Westen and LifeSiteNews published a petition for Catholics to sign. This current effort petitions the Church’s cardinals on the question: “Can’t we consider the possibility that Francis and Leo are anti-popes?”  The full text, and links to sign the petition may be found … More John-Henry Westen is wrong on the possibility either Francis or Leo are anti-popes

An FSSP priest’s message to his flock on SSPX consecrations

February 23, 2026

February 21, 2026 (Steven O’Reilly) –  The SSPX has recently made known its intent to consecrate new bishops in July, with or without the permission of the Roman Pontiff. Rome offered to enter into discussions with the SSPX on disputed questions with the condition that the SSPX suspend its plans to consecrate new bishops. The … More An FSSP priest’s message to his flock on SSPX consecrations

A growing case of SSPX fatigue

February 20, 2026

February 19, 2026 (Steven O’Reilly) – “Fatigue” has been applied on social media in reference to folks being tired of the extreme behavior patterns associated with a certain ethnic group, a “fatigue” experienced by members of said ethnic group.  Having now observed recent developments involving the SSPX, and the social media commentary by SSPX defender; … More A growing case of SSPX fatigue

On the 13th Anniversary of Benedict XVI’s Resignation Announcement

February 11, 2026

February 11, 2026 (Steven O’Reilly) – Thirteen years ago today, Pope Benedict XVI announced his renunciation of the papacy. He did not know it at the time, but his act would have tragic consequences for the Church. On the one hand, his resignation left the see of Rome vacant. A conclave followed which elected Cardinal … More On the 13th Anniversary of Benedict XVI’s Resignation Announcement

The Conor Gallagher Show: Discussion of Benepapist Theories

February 9, 2026

February 9, 2026 (Steven O’Reilly) – I recently appeared on the Conor Gallagher Show to discuss the problems with the various Benepapist theories regarding Pope Benedict XVI’s resignation, and to discuss why Benedict XVI’s resignation was, in fact, valid.  Some of the topics addressed include claims Benedict was forced out; the shut off of Vatican … More The Conor Gallagher Show: Discussion of Benepapist Theories

SSPX/China Consecrations: Is the analogy a fair one?

February 4, 2026

February 4, 2026 (Steven O’Reilly) – Roma Locuta Est recently published some thoughts on the SSPX announcement that it would consecrate new bishops on July 1st of this year (see SSPX to consecrate new bishops? Enough of the nonsense!).  Even though there is word that talks between Rome and SSPX continue, the SSPX announcement at … More SSPX/China Consecrations: Is the analogy a fair one?