Pope John Xxiii Consults On Council Plans for an important milestone in church history - an ecumenical council - are near completion as cardinals and bishops meet to complete the agenda. Pope John XXIII walks into room, blessing those he passes, making the sign of the cross. A gentleman walking behind him, helps remove his cap and cloak. Priests and religious members of the Christian faith enter conference. Mural or painting, possibly a tapestry of Religious scene. Council members seated at long banquet table.