Feast day · May 29
St. Paul VI, Pope
St. Paul VI, born Giovanni Battista Enrico Antonio Maria Montini, was the 262nd Pope of the Catholic Church, reigning from 1963 until his death in 1978. He was a reformer who oversaw the Second Vatican Council and helped modernize the Church. As Pope, he continued the Church's engagement with the modern world, issuing influential encyclicals on social justice and human life. Paul VI was known for his holiness, humility, and his tireless efforts to promote peace and reconciliation. He is venerated for his unwavering commitment to the Church and his service to humanity.