Category: Religion
An Italian archbishop and staunch critic of Pope Francis has been excommunicated by the Vatican for schism. Carlo Maria Vigano, an 83-year-old ultra-conservative, has been in disagreement with the pontiff on various issues. He has accused the Pope of heresy, criticized his stances on immigration, climate change, and same-sex couples, and associated with conspiracy theorists. The Vatican's doctrinal office found him guilty of schism and excommunicated him for refusing to submit to Pope Francis.
Keywords: Carlo Maria Vigano, Pope Francis, Vatican, Excommunication, Schism, Ultra-conservative
Update At: 7/7/2024