The congregation and the pope have no doubts that Pius XII led a Christian life in an extraordinary and heroic way . '' Pope Benedict XVI closer to sainthood after Pope John Paul II signs decree recognizing late pontiff 's Today 's decree is not a historical judgment on Pius XII Two confirmed miracles must be attributed to John Paul II before he becomes saint . Usually , process begins Saturday after death , Benedict OKs early start for John Paul .
Pope Benedict XVI closer to sainthood after Pope John Paul II signs decree recognizing late pontiff 's Today 's decree is not a historical judgment on Pius XII Two confirmed miracles must be attributed to John Paul II before he becomes saint . Usually , process begins Saturday after death , Benedict OKs early start for John Paul .