VATICAN CITY: Pope John XXIII, who will be made a saint with John Paul II on April 27, surprised many by leading the Catholic Church to more open relations with the world.

When “Good Pope John” became head of the Catholic Church on October 28, 1958 at the age of 77, many thought he would be a simple caretaker.

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