St. John Paul II

Saint John Paul II

The statue of Saint John Paul II represents Karol Józef Wojtyła, born in Wadowice, Poland, in 1920 and elected Pope in 1978. His long pontificate, which continued until his death in 2005, left a profound mark on the contemporary history of the Catholic Church.

John Paul II was particularly close to young people, families and the sick. His numerous apostolic journeys took him throughout the world, while the establishment of World Youth Day created an important new encounter between the Church and younger generations.

The sculpture portrays the Holy Pontiff with careful attention to his facial expression and characteristic papal garments. His image immediately recalls one of the most recognizable religious figures of modern times and makes this statue suitable for personal devotion as well as for churches, chapels, religious institutions and prayer spaces.

Beatified in 2011, John Paul II was canonized on April 27, 2014 by Pope Francis. His liturgical feast is celebrated on October 22, a date associated with the solemn beginning of his Petrine ministry.

The statue of Saint John Paul II is crafted according to the traditional woodcarving heritage of the Val Gardena - Dolomites. It is available in different sizes and artistic finishes and, depending on size and version, is carved from maple wood or lime wood.

Iconography: Saint John Paul II depicted in characteristic papal garments with the recognizable features of Karol Józef Wojtyła.

Feast Day: October 22, liturgical memorial of Saint John Paul II.

Patron: Saint John Paul II is especially associated with young people and World Youth Day and is venerated as patron of various communities, institutions and initiatives dedicated to him.