Rome Notebook: Lefebvrites, Vatican Bank, and is the hierarchy abusive?

Rome Notebook: Lefebvrites, Vatican Bank, and is the hierarchy abusive?

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By John L Allen Jr

John L Allen Jr

ROME -- If I had a nickel for every time reunion between Rome and the breakaway traditionalist Society of St. Pius X was rumored to be imminent over the last 25 years, I wouldn't have to worry about a 401(k) plan for my golden years. As a result, I tend to be naturally skeptical every time a new rumor crops up. That said, today's Vatican news is that reunion between Rome and the traditionalists may actually be imminent.