The Second Vatican Council, also known as Vatican II, was an ecumenical council of the Roman Catholic Church that took place from 1962 to 1965. Convened by Pope John XXIII, the council aimed to address relations between the Catholic Church and the modern world, promoting renewal and reform within the Church. During the council, significant documents were produced, including those on liturgy, ecumenism, and the role of the laity. Vatican II encouraged greater participation of the faithful in Church life and emphasized the importance of dialogue with other religions and denominations, marking a pivotal moment in modern Church history.