Saint John XXIII

Saint John XXIII, born Angelo Giuseppe Roncalli in 1881, was the Pope from 1958 to 1963. He is best known for calling the Second Vatican Council, which aimed to modernize the Catholic Church and promote greater openness to the modern world. Known for his warmth, humility, and commitment to peace, he sought to improve relations between Catholics and other faiths. Canonized as a saint in 2014, he is remembered for emphasizing compassion, social justice, and dialogue, helping to shape contemporary Catholic teachings and fostering a more inclusive church environment.