Nobody would dispute that the whole world knows Pope John Paul II. He was a great man himself just like his friend Mother Teresa whom he beatified. His untiring love, care, affection, sacrifice, and missions amazed and took the world. He was a citizen of the world, too. Pope John Paul II shaped the
ever-changing world history.
When he became pope, he took the name
John Paul II after his predecessor John Paul I. The name Paul, according to some great theologians and saints, means reception of God's graces, moved by God, and in general conversion. Such meanings were manifested all throughout the life of Pope John Paul II. He was deeply moved by God, received graces from Him, and converted a lot of people to believe in the Almighty God.
His reign as a pope was triggered with a countless crises and controversies. Some controversies include alleged gay men in the clergy, his strong objection to ordaining women to become priestess, and his counter attacks on issues like AIDS, homosexuality, and abortion among others. But, the great pope stood by his faith until he surrendered his soul to His Creator due to
failing health.
The name Therese reminds people especially Catholics of two very important saints namely: St. Teresa de Avila and St. Therese of Lisieux. The saints lived the same holy and exemplary life although in distinct and opposite manners. One hand, St. Teresa d
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