Pope John Paul

Pope John Paul is the name of two Popes of the Roman Catholic Church:

  • Pope John Paul I (blessed; 1978), named after his predecessors John XXIII and Paul VI; died 33 days after his election
  • Pope John Paul II (saint; 1978–2005), named after his predecessor John Paul I.
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