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Leaked Vatican documents suggest that Pope Francis' 2021 decision to restrict the traditional Latin Mass was against the advice of most bishops. A 2020 Vatican survey indicated that a majority of bishops favored the old liturgy and warned that restricting it would cause harm. The documents, published online by a Vatican reporter, show that the majority expressed satisfaction with the existing practices. This revelation could put pressure on Pope Leo XIV to address the liturgical divisions within the Church and potentially reverse Francis' decision.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.