Saint Pius X

Saint Pius X, born Giuseppe Sarto in 1835, was Pope from 1903 to 1914. He is known for modernizing the Catholic Church, emphasizing the importance of the Eucharist, and encouraging greater participation of the laity in church life. He promoted reforms in religious education, cut back on liturgical music, and addressed issues of modernism, aiming to preserve church teachings amid changing times. Canonized in 1954, he is remembered for his pastoral approach, commitment to renewal, and efforts to make the Church more accessible and vibrant for believers.