Posted by deirdrehbrt on April 2, 2006, at 20:24:30
In reply to Re: Pope Anniversary, posted by verne on April 2, 2006, at 18:59:57
Not Catholic, not even Christian.
Still, I sort of understand it. I've even seen articles contemplating his sainthood.
I see it this way: What some people achieve while here on earth is inspirational to others. Not that they should strive toward becoming Pope, but in the things that they accomplish, overcome, etc.
John Paul did much before becoming Pope. As he aged, he still expressed his passions. I admire him. I remember his skiing trip with a group of young people after he became Pope. I liked him much more than the current one.
Anyway, I just think that honoring some people helps the rest of us look to them, examine our own lives, and make the most of what we have and who we are.
--Dee
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