2014-01-29 12:05:09

Canonization medals to be issued


(Vatican Radio) Official Commemorative Medals in Bronze and Silver are to be issued on the 3rd of March to mark the Canonization of Popes John XXIII and John Paul II. On the obverse side of the medal will be the coats of arms of Pope Francis, while on the reverse side there will be a profile of the two Pope's with the text IOANNES XXIII ET IOANNES PAV LVS II SANCTI PROCLAMANTVR XXVII APR. MMXI. The medals will be issued by the Vatican's Philatelic and Numismatic Office

On 27 April 2014 His Holiness Pope Francis will proclaim Saints his
predecessors John XXIII and John Paul II. It will mark a special moment
of joy and prayer for the faithful around the world who will gather
in St. Peter’s Square, but also the start of a journey to eternal glory
celebrated by the Catholic Church. Blessed John XXIII is commonly
known as “Good Pope John”. The name recalls not only the physical
features of his face, remembered affectionately by so many faithful, but
also his nature as a caring shepherd who never missed an opportunity
to offer consolation with just a few simple words for those in need. His
fundamental historical inspiration was to convoke the Second Vatican
Council, which he strongly desired and opened on 11 October 1962.
The Council marked a turning point in the Church’s history. Pope John
XXIII died on 3 June 1963, and it was during the sad days of bidding
him farewell that it became clear how widely he was loved and how
crucial his Magisterium was. Pope John Paul II guided the Church into
the new millennium. He is considered one of the most significant and
influential popes in modern history, not only by the Church, but the
entire world. Here are just a few of the more prominent aspects which
sum up his extraordinary pontificate: apostolic journeys around the
world; commitment to ecumenical dialogue; constant defense of moral
values, life and the family; his close rapport with people and especially
the youth, the promulgation of the Catechism of the Catholic Church;
the spirit with which he faced illness, especially during his final days.








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