Because Pope Benedict appointed most of the older cardinals, and they aren't worth listening to. Synodal, for those not in the know, means listening to people the pope likes. Francis will continue to insult young priests every chance he gets for such things as their choice in hats. Older cardinals and young Catholics who still appreciate Benedict are anathema and never to be listened to.
I don’t mean to be a goofy goober but how is excluding the voice of the elderly synodal.
Because Pope Benedict appointed most of the older cardinals, and they aren't worth listening to. Synodal, for those not in the know, means listening to people the pope likes. Francis will continue to insult young priests every chance he gets for such things as their choice in hats. Older cardinals and young Catholics who still appreciate Benedict are anathema and never to be listened to.