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November 16, 2017

John Paul I takes first step to sainthood as book tries to debunk conspiracies

Pope John Paul I appears on the central balcony of St. Peter's Basilica following his election Aug. 26, 1978. Pope Francis has advanced the sainthood cause of Pope John Paul I with a decree recognizing his heroic virtues.
VATICAN CITY – Two women may hold the key to clearing up questions still surrounding the death of Pope John Paul I and speed his journey to canonization.
Published in Vatican
November 9, 2017

Pope puts John Paul I on path to sainthood, declares him 'venerable'

Pope John Paul I, known as the smiling pope, is pictured at the Vatican in 1978. Pope Francis has advanced the sainthood cause of Pope John Paul I with a decree recognizing his heroic virtues.

VATICAN CITY - Pope Francis recognized that Pope John Paul I, who served only 33 days as pope, lived the Christian virtues in a heroic way and has put him on the path to sainthood.

Published in International
August 26, 2016

For John Paul I, being a bishop was central to papacy, cardinal says

An undated photo of Pope John Paul I speaking at the window of his private studio.

VATICAN CITY – The life of Pope John Paul I is not a closed chapter in the history of the popes but a reminder of the church's mission to serve with simplicity, said Cardinal Pietro Parolin, Vatican secretary of state.

Published in International
May 1, 2014

Intrigue among the incense

David Suchet stars as Cardinal Giovanni Benelli in The Last Confession, playing in Toronto until June 1.

TORONTO - A smoky stage and the distinct scent of incense set the scene for the Vatican in 1978. It’s a place where “everything is confidential and nothing is secret,” according to the sharp-witted play The Last Confession.

Published in Arts News