Pope Francis makes unexpected decision to dissolve the Sodalitium Christianae Vitae during its assembly in Brazil

In a surprising turn of events, Pope Francis has made the decision to dissolve the Sodalitium Christianae Vitae (SCV), a society of apostolic life.

The announcement, made on Monday, left many questions unanswered as the Vatican refrained from providing further details on how this process will unfold.

General Assembly in Brazil Takes Center Stage

The news broke amidst the SCV’s ongoing general assembly in Aparecida, Brazil, which began on January 6 and is scheduled to conclude on January 31.

Cardinal Gianfranco Ghirlanda, a Vatican-appointed consultant for revising the SCV’s constitutions, reportedly informed members of the decision during the assembly.

His involvement dates back to 2019 when he was entrusted with overseeing the formation process of the society.

Confusion and Clarifications from the SCV

Following the initial report by the website Infovaticana, the SCV released a statement acknowledging the accuracy of the primary information but pointed out several inaccuracies without elaborating on them.

The statement emphasized that the information leak did not originate from Cardinal Ghirlanda but from two SCV members who breached confidentiality agreements.

These individuals were subsequently expelled from the assembly.

A Message of Loyalty and Trust

The SCV’s statement reiterated the importance of official communication, distancing the assembly from any unofficial reports.

It expressed loyalty to Pope Francis, Cardinal Ghirlanda, and Monsignor Jordi Bertomeu Farnós, emphasizing their commitment to trust and obedience to the Holy Father’s decision.

Looking Ahead

As the SCV navigates this pivotal moment, the general assembly in Brazil continues, albeit under the weight of uncertainty.

The dissolution of the society marks a significant development in its history, leaving members and observers eager for clarity on what lies ahead.

For now, the focus remains on adhering to the Pope’s guidance and maintaining unity within the community as they transition into this new chapter.

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