Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI will attend the canonization of John Paul II and John XXIII . The Vatican said in a statement that it was "pleased to announce today that the Holy Father has decided to participate at this solemn occasion as an honorary guest for two days with his brother Cardinal Jorge Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI will attend the Mass of canonization of John Paul II and John XXIII , the Holy See confirmed Saturday , according to Vatican Radio . As many as a million pilgrims are expected to witness the event in St. Peter 's Square .
Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI will attend the canonization of John Paul II and John XXIII . The Vatican said in a statement that it was "pleased to announce today that the Holy Father has decided to participate at this solemn occasion as an honorary guest for two days with his brother Cardinal Jorge As many as a million pilgrims are expected to witness the event in St. Peter 's Square .