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Today in Catholic History | June 4
ποΈ The Papacy of Pope St. Paul VI officially began on June 4, 1963.
After the death of Pope John XXIII, Cardinal Giovanni Battista Montini was elected pope and took the name Paul VI. He accepted the mission of continuing the Second Vatican Council, one of the most pivotal moments in modern Church history.
β¨ As pope, he:
Reaffirmed Catholic teachings amid rising secularism
Issued Humanae Vitae in 1968, upholding the Churchβs stance on life and family
Promoted ecumenical dialogue and was the first pope to travel extensively
Was canonized a saint in 2018
Reflection:
Pope St. Paul VI led the Church with courage and conviction in times of transition. His deep love for truth and pastoral sensitivity continue to inspire Catholic leadership today.
ποΈ The Papacy of Pope St. Paul VI officially began on June 4, 1963.
After the death of Pope John XXIII, Cardinal Giovanni Battista Montini was elected pope and took the name Paul VI. He accepted the mission of continuing the Second Vatican Council, one of the most pivotal moments in modern Church history.
β¨ As pope, he:
Reaffirmed Catholic teachings amid rising secularism
Issued Humanae Vitae in 1968, upholding the Churchβs stance on life and family
Promoted ecumenical dialogue and was the first pope to travel extensively
Was canonized a saint in 2018
Reflection:
Pope St. Paul VI led the Church with courage and conviction in times of transition. His deep love for truth and pastoral sensitivity continue to inspire Catholic leadership today.
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