John Paul II
John Paul II was a beloved pope who served from 1978 until his death in 2005, known for his efforts to improve interfaith relations and his frequent hospitalizations, including at Rome's Gemelli hospital, where Pope Francis is currently receiving treatment.
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Pope John Paul II appointed Cardinal Pengo as Bishop of Nachingwea and later elevated him to the rank of cardinal.
Cardinal Pengo: Calm voice silenced, message endures
Tanzania· 2026-02-23
Pope John Paul II excommunicated Marcel Lefebvre in 1988.
Catholic priests threaten Vatican schism over SSPX bishops consecration
United States· 2026-02-02
The first official papal visit to Lebanon was in May 1997 by John Paul II.
In battered Lebanon, an ancient Christian community awaits the new popeUnited States· 2025-11-30
John Paul II was a predecessor of Pope Leo XIII who initiated significant dialogues between the Catholic and Orthodox Churches.
Πατριάρχης Βαρθολομαίος στην «Κ»: Δεν αργεί η ώρα για να ανοίξει η Σχολή της Χάλκης
Greece· 2025-11-24
The late John Paul II enjoyed Mel Gibson’s The Passion of the Christ.
Holy see: three of Pope Leo’s favourite films are divine. The fourth is hard to forgive | Film
United Kingdom· 2025-11-12
John Paul II, the pope from 1978 to his death in 2005, was a proponent but stopped using the title publicly in the mid-1990s.
Mary was not co-redeemer, Vatican says amid spread of cult of the Madonna | CatholicismUnited Kingdom· 2025-11-06
The statue of Pope John Paul II was wrapped in a keffiyeh during the protests in Rome.
פסל האפיפיור נעטף בכאפייה, רבבות פרו-פלסטינים ברחובות איטליה: "אי אפשר לשתוק"
Israel· 2025-10-03
John Paul II was the pope who sought forgiveness for the Catholic Church's past actions.
על התנצלות וחרטהIsrael· 2025-10-02
The Holy Grail is endorsed by popes John Paul II, Benedict XVI and Francis.
Is Valencia the holy grail of holidays? – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-09-08
Pope John Paul II wrote movingly of the value of human life in his encyclical Evangelium Vitae.
FRONT PORCH: Social intervention and fostering a culture of life
Bahamas· 2025-09-05
Pope John Paul II sent a special bull to the group of priests after their spiritual institute.
Форпост Краматорськ, оборона Донбаса й перемога України – інтерв'ю з греко-католицьким священником Василем Іванюком
Ukraine· 2025-08-29
If the trip goes ahead, it would follow visits by John Paul II and Benedict XVI, both remembered for messages of peace and religious co-existence.
Pope Leo XIV to travel to Lebanon in likely first international tripUnited Kingdom· 2025-08-21
Genevieve Nel had the honour to cater for Pope John Paul II when he visited South Africa.
Genevieve Nel’s Journey in Diplomatic Catering – The Mail & Guardian
South Africa· 2025-07-02
The Dalai Lama visited the late Pope John Paul II on several occasions.
The Dalai Lama at 90United Kingdom· 2025-07-02
John Paul II is considered a light figure for right-wing American Catholics.
J. D. Vance und die konservative Wende der US-Katholiken
Switzerland· 2025-06-03
John Paul II played an important role in supporting the democratic revolution in Poland during the 1980s.
King Charles and Pope Leo defend US Constitution from Donald Trump
Australia· 2025-06-01
John Paul II expanded the travel of pilgrimage dramatically.
FRONT PORCH: Leo XIV - Global missionary PopeBahamas· 2025-05-29
John Paul II recognized the Jewish people as the 'older brother' of Christianity and sought reconciliation.
"אם ניתקע בעבר, לא נבנה עתיד"Israel· 2025-05-18
John Paul II survived an assassination attempt and later developed Parkinson’s disease.
The surprising health benefits of becoming Pope
New Zealand· 2025-05-17
John Paul II approved organ donation and described it as a gift of human love.
Will the new pope continue support for ethical organ donation? – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-05-17
John Paul II conducted the most apostolic voyages, counting 104 visits abroad in 26 years as pope.
What does a pope do? 教宗的職責是什麼？
Taiwan· 2025-05-13
John Paul II was a charismatic figure known for his media presence.
continuity and change – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-10
John Paul II was elected in a second conclave in 1978 and ordered the construction of a guesthouse for cardinals.
Doves, deaths and rations: Papal elections over time
Kenya· 2025-05-10
Pope John Paul II criticized Bill Clinton's support for abortion rights.
Ο νέος Πάπας και οι αιχμηρές αναρτήσεις για Τραμπ και ΒανςGreece· 2025-05-09
John Paul II was the youngest pope to be elected before Prevost.
Robert Prevost becomes first American leader of the Catholic ChurchAustralia· 2025-05-08
John Paul II, the longest-reigning pope of modern times, was selected on the third day in 1978.
Robert Prevost elected as first American pope and takes the name Leo XIVUnited States· 2025-05-08
Pope John Paul II was the tallest pope, standing at approximately 1.78 meters.
Phòng Nước mắt - nơi đầu tiên tân Giáo hoàng đặt chân đến
Vietnam· 2025-05-08
John Paul II was elected pope in 1978 after eight ballots.
The story of The Irish Times’ most famous front page – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-08
John Paul II was elected in 1978 after eight ballots.
Cardinals resume discussions on new pope; what time will we see black or white smoke? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-08
Pope John Paul II built the Casa Santa Marta to serve as a guesthouse for clergy with business at the Vatican.
Lịch sử những quy tắc về bữa ăn tại mật nghị Hồng yVietnam· 2025-05-08
