Catholic Saint
St. John XXIII
“He is celebrated for initiating the Second Vatican Council, promoting openness and reform in the Catholic Church.”
Feast Day: October 11
Biography
Pope John XXIII, born Angelo Giuseppe Roncalli, was a transformative figure in the Catholic Church during the mid-20th century. He guided the Church towards modernization through his convocation of the Second Vatican Council, which aimed to address relations with the modern world. His emphasis on compassion and pastoral care helped to reshape the Church's approach to its faithful and to society.
Prayer to St. John XXIII
The whole world is my homeland.