However within a couple of generations , the Basilians had grown sufficiently to be formally approved by Pius IX in 1863 .
The local bishop , who was prepared to suppress the congregation , died the night before signing a decree .
Within a couple of generations , the Basilians had grown sufficiently to be formally approved by Pius IX in 1863 .
The local bishop , who was prepared to suppress the congregation , died the night before signing a decree .