Timmerie takes us on a journey into the life and legacy of Pope St. John Paul II, and honestly? It’s inspiring, challenging, and it will inspire you to grow in holiness!

 

She kicks things off with a personal family story about her uncle, a deacon, who met JPII and had one of those “this-is-holy-ground” moments. Because, let’s face it, meeting JPII was probably like meeting a living saint… oh wait, he actually was one.

 

Then she gets into his early years, which were not easy. The man lost his mom, brother, and dad before the age of 21. Then came World War II and Communism, which, instead of crushing him, only refined him like gold in fire. He secretly studied for the priesthood, acted in underground plays to preserve culture (because dictators hate beauty), and somehow still radiated joy.

 

Fast forward to his epic papacy, and we see JPII as a symbol of freedom, hope, and truth. He ministered to young people by taking them camping (because theology hits different around a campfire). He wasn’t afraid to stand up to oppressive regimes, counsel struggling couples, and call people to radical holiness.

 

Timmerie mentions his unwavering dedication to truth and freedom, showing how he lived out the Gospel with courage, love, and a surprising amount of hiking trips. If you’ve ever wondered what it means to live a heroic life of faith, JPII is your example.

 

So, how has he inspired you? Have a favorite JPII moment? Or maybe just a favorite JPII quote (because the man had so many good ones)?

 

You can catch the entire episode here!

 

 

The best way to listen to the Best of the Week is on our #1 Free Catholic App. It’s free and always will be! To get and share the Relevant Radio app, check it out here.

Timmerie takes us on a journey into the life and legacy of Pope St. John Paul II, and honestly? It&rsquo;s inspiring, challenging, and it will inspire you to grow in holiness!
&nbsp;
She kicks things off with a personal family story about her uncle, a deacon, who met JPII and had one of those &ldquo;this-is-holy-ground&rdquo; moments. Because, let&rsquo;s face it, meeting JPII was probably like meeting a living saint&hellip; oh wait, he actually was one.
&nbsp;
Then she gets into his early years, which were not easy. The man lost his mom, brother, and dad before the age of 21. Then came World War II and Communism, which, instead of crushing him, only refined him like gold in fire. He secretly studied for the priesthood, acted in underground plays to preserve culture (because dictators hate beauty), and somehow still radiated joy.
&nbsp;
Fast forward to his epic papacy, and we see JPII as a symbol of freedom, hope, and truth. He ministered to young people by taking them camping (because theology hits different around a campfire). He wasn&rsquo;t afraid to stand up to oppressive regimes, counsel struggling couples, and call people to radical holiness.
&nbsp;
Timmerie mentions his unwavering dedication to truth and freedom, showing how he lived out the Gospel with courage, love, and a surprising amount of hiking trips. If you&rsquo;ve ever wondered what it means to live a heroic life of faith, JPII is your example.
&nbsp;
So, how has he inspired you? Have a favorite JPII moment? Or maybe just a favorite JPII quote (because the man had so many good ones)?
&nbsp;
You can catch the<a href="https://omny.fm/shows/trending-with-timmerie-catholic-principles-applied/st-john-paul-ii-great-stories-about-great-saints-s"> entire episode here!</a>
&nbsp;
&nbsp;
The&nbsp;best way to listen to the Best of the Week is on our #1 Free Catholic App. It&rsquo;s free and always will be! To get and share the Relevant Radio app, check it out <a href="https://relevantradio.com/listen/get-the-app/">here</a>.

Life can get busy, and it's easy to miss out on the captivating moments from your favorite Relevant Radio shows. But now, we've got you covered! "The Best of the Week - Relevant Radio Podcast" brings you the crème de la crème of Relevant Radio's programming. We carefully curate and compile the most engaging and relevant content from the past week, just for you! Get ready to catch up on faith, culture, current events, and personal growth, all in one convenient and easily accessible podcast. It's like having a front-row seat to the most compelling moments from Relevant Radio's diverse range of shows. So, whether you're an active Relevant Radio listener or new to our programming, "The Best of the Week - Relevant Radio Podcast" is your passport to a world of knowledge, growth, and inspiration.

Life can get busy, and it's easy to miss out on the captivating moments from your favorite Relevant Radio shows. But now, we've got you covered! "The Best of the Week - Relevant Radio Podcast" brings you the crème de la crème of Relevant Radio's programming. We carefully curate and compile the most engaging and relevant content from the past week, just for you! Get ready to catch up on faith, culture, current events, and personal growth, all in one convenient and easily accessible podcast. It's like having a front-row seat to the most compelling moments from Relevant Radio's diverse range of shows. So, whether you're an active Relevant Radio listener or new to our programming, "The Best of the Week - Relevant Radio Podcast" is your passport to a world of knowledge, growth, and inspiration.