status confessionis

Status confessionis is a Latin term used in Christian theology to describe a serious situation where a church or believer is considered to be fundamentally at odds with core religious teachings. When a issue is declared "in a state of confessionis," it means the matter is so significant that it affects the church’s ability to remain true to its faith. This declaration often signals that, in cases of controversy or moral conflict, the church makes an authoritative stance, emphasizing the importance of adhering to its core doctrines and principles.