Good Pope John shortly after his unexpected election in 1958 this is the name Catholics Christians of other confessions and people outside the ecclesiastical world gave to John XXIII. As pope Angelo Roncalli 18811963 made history with the Second Vatican Council and opened the Catholic Church to a new age of dialogue yet he always remained a man of the people. He conquered hearts with his simple charm his trust in God and his good humor. You will find these 99 Sayings a comforting and encouraging foundation for your life now and in the future.