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Pope Francis beatified Pope John Paul I in St. Peter’s Square on Sept. 4, 2022.

Pope Francis beatifies John Paul I, pope for 33 days

Sep 4, 2022

By Courtney Mares

In one of the shortest pontificates in papal history, John Paul I gained a reputation for his humility and his... Read more

Venerable John Paul I

Nine things to know about John Paul I

Sep 2, 2022

By Kevin J. Jones

Venerable John Paul I was born Albino Luciani on Oct. 17, 1912 in the town of Canale d'Argordo in northern... Read more

John Paul I.

John Paul I's beatification cause may advance, cardinal says

Jul 23, 2014

A document advancing the beatification of John Paul I is ready, and will be given to the Congregation for the... Read more