consistorios
A consistory is a formal assembly or council, particularly within religious contexts. The term derives from the Latin word "consistorium," meaning a place of assembly or a council chamber. Historically, consistories have served various functions depending on the denomination and period.
In the Catholic Church, a consistory is a meeting of the College of Cardinals, presided over by
In some Protestant traditions, particularly Reformed churches, a consistory refers to a church council or governing