[MarkBsnr]

Sainthood should not be a popularity contest, but it is no surprise that the Church, which dumped Latin for Babel, goes for instant sainthood.

Good question. I don't doubt for a second that he should be sainted. But, in the words of the Ents, let us not be hasty.

[zeugma]

Sainthood should not be a popularity contest, but it is no surprise that the Church, which dumped Latin for Babel, goes for instant sainthood.

Good question. I don't doubt for a second that he should be sainted. But, in the words of the Ents, let us not be hasty.

I'm not Catholic, though my wife was raised as one. Having been an observer of history, I believe that JPII was placed in the position he was by the hand of God so that he might be instrumental in the downfall of one of the great evils of the 20th century (communism). I think his impact on this world was both profound and for the good. Kinda makes me think his canonization wouldn't be a bad thing.