Pope John Paul II and Pope John Paul II were canonized as saints . John XXIII : This is significant for non-Catholics , but Catholics should care too . He says both men offer a model of risk-taking based on a strong sense of moral purpose . If our neighbors tell us a new story about their ideals , heroes and models for their own lives , then `` we have an interest in watching and even in helping our neighbors to tell that story in a way that is beneficial . '' Perry : Canonization is an attempt to turn the church away from the early centuries of infighting .
Pope John Paul II and Pope John Paul II were canonized as saints . John XXIII : This is significant for non-Catholics , but Catholics should care too . He says both men offer a model of risk-taking based on a strong sense of moral purpose . Perry : Canonization is an attempt to turn the church away from the early centuries of infighting .