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What are the names of the popes who have led the Church in the twentieth century so far?
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The following is a list of popes who have served the Church during the twentieth century:
* Leo XIII (1878-1903) * St. Pius X (1903-14)
* Benedict XV (1914-22) * Pius XI (1922-39) * Pius XII (1939-58) * Blessed John XXIII (1958-63) * Paul VI (1963-78) * John Paul I (1978) * John Paul II (1978-2005) * Benedict XVI (2005-present)
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Are there popes that are not named?
No, the Church has had 266 popes (as of 2013) and all have had names.
What are the Popes of the Twentieth Century commemorative coins worth?
The value of the Popes of the Twentieth Century commemorative coins can vary depending on factors such as their condition, rarity, and demand from collectors. It is recommended to consult with a reputable coin dealer or appraiser to get an accurate valuation of these coins.
Why is John Paul a common name for The Pope?
John Paul, as a pope's name, was from putting together two single names of popes, John and Paul. Both popes led the church through some of its hardest times during the 20th century, and as such, it has become a name for popes to choose.
Did first popes of the Catholic Church practice homosexuality?
If they did, they kept it pretty quiet! Four Popes in history have been alleged to have practised homosexuality, they were all in the 15th and 16th century.
How did the popes encourage the arts?
The popes encouraged the arts by acting as a patron to promising artists and commissioning them to produce works of art for the Church. Had it not been for the popes and their patronage, such names as Raphael and Michelangelo would probably be virtually unknown today. They became famous because of the great works they produced for the Church.
How often do the three popes of gods church meet?
We know of no church with three popes. No such animal.
What are the real names of previous popes?
There have been 266 popes, too many names to list here. For a complete list of these popes as well as their real names, click on this link.
Were any of the 265 popes in the Catholic Church bad?
Yes, there have been several popes in the past who were an embarrassment to the Church.
List names of popes of the 20th-21st century?
I'm not sure on the years but the last five popes are, in order, Benedict XVI, John Paul II, John Paul I, Paul VI, John XXIII.
What were the popes' names before they became popes?
The list is too large to publish here so click here for where you can find a list of all the popes and their birth names.
How do you compare popes in paganism?
there were no popes in the pagan world, you imbecile; the popes were vicars of the roman catholic (ie. Christian) church.
What are kings and popes?
Kings are the ruler of that country. Popes are the head of the Roman Catholic Church.
