Spanish Nuns Break from Catholic Church

SOURCE www.newsweek.com
Sixteen Spanish nuns break from the Catholic Church to follow a self-styled excommunicated bishop due to dissatisfaction with Pope Francis and Vatican decisions.

Key Points

  • Nuns break from Catholic Church to follow self-styled bishop
  • Dissatisfaction with Catholic Church leadership under Pope Francis
  • Accusations of ambiguity and lack of clear doctrine from Vatican

Pros

  • Exercising freedom of choice in religious affiliation
  • Taking a stand against perceived issues within the Catholic Church

Cons

  • Risk of excommunication and condemnation from the Vatican
  • Potential division within the community of believers