Pope Francis Praises St. John Paul II as Man of Prayer and Justice
Pope Francis said that John Paul II, who made 104 foreign trips during his 27-year pontificate, traveled the world “looking for his people.”
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Pope Francis: St. John Paul II Is Remembered With ‘Affection and Gratitude’
The pope also addressed all the boys and girls whose First Communions have been postponed because of the pandemic, inviting the children “to live this waiting time as an opportunity to better prepare yourself: praying, reading your catechism book to deepen knowledge of Jesus, growing in goodness, and in service to others.”
Polish Bishops Launch #ThankYouJohnPaul2 Campaign for Pope’s Centenary
Archbishop Gądecki encouraged Catholics to post photos and videos to honor the saint’s legacy.
Full Text: Pope Benedict XVI’s Letter Marking St. John Paul II’s Birth Centenary
Pope emeritus Benedict XVI offers his own reflections as we approach Saint John Paul II’s 100th birthday.
Pope Francis Hails St. John Paul II's ‘Great Witness’ Ahead of Centenary
In his five-page foreword, Pope Francis wrote that St. John Paul II was “a great man of prayer who lived completely immersed in his time and constantly in contact with God, a sure guide for the Church in times of great change.”
