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Is the SSPX Schismatic? My Debate with Jeff Cassman

Editor’s note: in view of our editorial stance to unite the clans, we continue the SSPX debate series with a review of the recent debate by Mr. Bartel. This will be followed by a response by Mr. Cassman and another contribution to the general debate. As we noted in our update concerning the assertions of … Read more

The SSPX and Triduum in Rome

After the enemies of Trent and the Tridentine Mass – Andrea Grillo and other unknown forces – caused the Holy Father to abrogate himself on the Latin Mass with Traditionis Custodes, the Cardinal Vicar of Rome confirmed in October of 2021 that the Triduum would not be allowed in the city of Rome according to … Read more

SSPX Joins Pope to Consecrate Russia on Lefebvre Anniversary

Over the last couple of weeks one of the biggest headlines in the Catholic Church has been that Pope Francis made the decision to consecrate all of humanity, especially Russia and Ukraine to the Immaculate Heart of Mary. As requested by Our Lady of Fatima, the Holy Father sent messages via papal nuncios and other … Read more

The SSPX Debate: Update

Dear OnePeterFive donors, supporters and readers,   I wanted to give everyone an update on the SSPX debate series. The debate so far has been primarily about the contentions of Mr. John Salza regarding canonical mission, and Mr. Salza was gracious enough to field a number of answers to his critique which we published here. … Read more

The Ordinary Mission of the SSPX – Reply to Salza

In an article entitled: “Does the SSPX Have an Extraordinary Mission?”, Mr. John Salza argues that the ministries of the Society of St. Pius X are illegitimate and, although he does not state it explicitly, should be avoided. He concludes: Neither Archbishop Lefebvre nor any of his bishops and priests have produced a single miracle … Read more

The Failed Defense of the SSPX – Reply to Bocca

Recently, Mr. Joe Bocca wrote a reply to my articles against the SSPX (see here and here).  In my article, I demonstrate that the ministry of the Society is illegitimate due to its lack of a juridical (or extraordinary) mission, according to divine law and the teaching of the Church. In short, the SSPX is … Read more

A Third Way in the SSPX Debate: A Priest Weighs In

OnePeterFive has requested articles on both sides of the SSPX debate. I hate to break the rules, but I want to suggest a third side. I am not God. But if I were, I probably would not allow hundreds of millions of children to be tortured to death in their mother’s wombs. I probably would … Read more

The Extraordinary Mission of the SSPX is Saving Souls

Much ink has been spilled over the topic of the Society of Saint Pius X, and I do not pretend to offer any novel theological argument in this essay. You see, I cannot pretend to have any sophisticated letters to add at the end of my name, as can such an esteemed Catholic apologist and … Read more

Operation Survival: the Case for the SSPX

“Along came a man sent by God, and his name was Marcel.” The words of the late Catholic apologist Michael Davies in his debate with Dr. E. Michael Jones. The author of this current missive has been given the opportunity to mount a defense in favor of the Society of Saint Pius X (SSPX) and … Read more

The SSPX is Transgressing Divine Law – Reply to Xavier

Editor’s note: especially in light of the most recent news, we will present a number of installments in this debate as a means to help form the conscience of faithful souls as we face this moment of decision. Let us beseech the Holy Ghost for the gift of Counsel, which guides us in decisions such … Read more

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