Pope John XX
Pope John XX, born Angelo Giuseppe Roncalli in 1881, served as the head of the Roman Catholic Church from 1958 until his death in 1963. He is best known for initiating the Second Vatican Council, which aimed to address relations between the Catholic Church and the modern world. His papacy emphasized openness, dialogue, and reform within the Church.
John XXIII was canonized as a saint in 2014 by Pope Francis. His legacy includes promoting ecumenism and social justice, as well as his warm personality and pastoral approach. He is often remembered for his efforts to modernize the Church and make it more accessible to all.