French archbishop and founder of the Society of Saint Pius X
Pope Leo XIV has warned that war is never blessed by God while convening a Cardinals’ meeting to discuss global tensions, AI, and listening to ordinary faithful. Meanwhile, the Society of St. Pius X plans to ordain four bishops in Ecône, challenging Vatican authority and risking excommunication.
The Vatican has appointed Italian economist Alessandra Smerilli as head of the office for migrants, environment and development, succeeding Cardinal Michael Czerny. Cardinal Fabio Baggio is named pro-prefect alongside her. The move follows Pope Francis’ push to elevate women in the Holy See’s leadership, while traditionalists push back on further reforms.
Pope Leo has warned the Society of St. Pius X against consecrating four bishops, calling the act schismatic and promising dialogue, while the group presses ahead with the ceremony in Econe, Switzerland. The Vatican has warned that similar excommunications will follow the consecrations, highlighting a fresh crisis in church unity.