Pope John Paul III: 1920-2005

"Beloved by millions of Catholics around the world for his tireless service to God and unwavering humanity, Karel Wojtyla -- the first Eastern European pope -- provided exactly the sense of authority and leadership that the church needed in such uncertain times. A man who chose to lead by example, Wojtyla's devotion to the church also inspired an entire generation of Catholics to lead a humble life of service and retain high moral standards. In his lifelong quest to re-establish the papacy ...