Pope Saint John I
Saint
Pre-Congregation
Feast Day
May 18
Died
May 18, 526
Canonized
Pre-Congregation
Biography
Pope Saint John I, also known as John the Great, was born in Populonia, Tuscany, Italy. Little is known about his early life, but it is believed that he entered the priesthood and served diligently in Rome. In the year 523, Pope John I was elected as the 53rd pope of the Catholic Church. His ascension to the papacy came during a tumultuous period in Italy's history....