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Cardinal Zen says consistory was ‘hijacked’ by Pope Francis ‘henchmen’

'They did their utmost to prevent the cardinals from voicing their opinions. Isn't this the exact opposite of Pope Leo's purpose in convening the consistory?' Cardinal Zen wrote.

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LifeSiteNews staff

• Jan 20, 2026Jan 21, 2026

Leaked consistory texts reveal cardinal’s defense of Latin Mass restrictions

Cardinal Roche did not present his document defending Traditionis Custodes at the consistory; it was handed out to the participants instead.

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Gaetano Masciullo

• Jan 13, 2026Jan 14, 2026

Pope Leo opens first consistory with strong emphasis on synodality, Vatican II

Sources told LifeSiteNews that key roles in the opening phases of the consistory were assigned to figures closely aligned with the approach of Pope Francis.

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Gaetano Masciullo

• Jan 7, 2026Jan 7, 2026

Pope Leo XIV to discuss liturgy with cardinals at January consistory: report

The main themes of the consistory will reportedly be the role of the College of Cardinals in Pope Leo's governance, synodality, and liturgical peace.

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Gaetano Masciullo

• Dec 16, 2025Dec 17, 2025

Pope Leo XIV to convene extraordinary consistory of cardinals in January: report

From January 7-8, 2026, all cardinals will convene in Rome for a special meeting to discuss key issues facing the Church, according to a recent report.

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Antonino Cambria

• Nov 8, 2025Nov 8, 2025

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Cardinal Zen says consistory was ‘hijacked’ by Pope Francis ‘henchmen’

Leaked consistory texts reveal cardinal’s defense of Latin Mass restrictions

Pope Leo opens first consistory with strong emphasis on synodality, Vatican II

Pope Leo XIV to discuss liturgy with cardinals at January consistory: report

Pope Leo XIV to convene extraordinary consistory of cardinals in January: report