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This story was reported by NICOLE WINFIELD, Associated Press at Yourbasin / Big 2 KMID + Fox 24 KPEJ (Nexstar).

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Catholic group that defied pope and caused schism defends its actions and casts itself as the victim

Summary by The Odessa Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: NICOLE WINFIELD, Associated Press, as published by Yourbasin / Big 2 KMID + Fox 24 KPEJ (Nexstar) · July 3, 2026 · 1 min read

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A Catholic group is speaking out after being at odds with the pope. This traditionalist group claims it is being unfairly treated.

The group's leader recently wrote a letter to the pope, a day after a significant action was taken by the Vatican. Details of this action are available from the source.

Further information about the situation and the group's stance can be found through news outlets, including Yourbasin and associated media sources.

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Category: local · Published: July 3, 2026 · Source: Yourbasin / Big 2 KMID + Fox 24 KPEJ (Nexstar) · Reading time: 1 min

Summary created by	The Odessa Editorial Desk — automated, rule-governed
Byline on source page	NICOLE WINFIELD, Associated Press, as published by Yourbasin / Big 2 KMID + Fox 24 KPEJ (Nexstar)
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Source published	Jul 3, 2026
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Catholic group that defied pope and caused schism defends its actions and casts itself as the victim

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