Pope John Paul II in Stories

MANILA, Philippines - Life of the Pope is a look back at the extraordinary life of John Paul II, the first non-Italian Pope for almost 500 years. To many, Papa Wojtyla is the man who brought the papacy into the 20th Century. To others, he has been a reactionary force that has entrenched the church in the past.

Pope John Paul II is one of the most influential leaders in the world. He helped in ending communist rule in Poland and all over Europe. He helped in improving the relationship of the Catholic Church with different religions all over the world including Judaism and Islam. He wished to “place his church at the heart of a new religious alliance that will bring together Jews, Muslims and Christians in a great armada.”

Life of the Pope will air on April 25 at 8 p.m. and the canonization will air live on April 27, 3 p.m. on Solar News Channel.