Pope John Paul II – Missouri Life

October 24, 2024January 27, 2024 by Missouri Life

January 27 Pope John Paul Ii Credit Bernard Gotfryd Via Library Of Congress Jpg

Missouri History Today: January 27, 1999 Pope John Paul II Celebrates Mass With Thousands In St Louis

October 24, 2024January 26, 2022 by Missouri Life

Silhouette image of the pope, illustrating Pope John Paul II visiting St. Louis in January 1999. Adobe Stock photo.

This date in Missouri history: One of the most famous guests in St. Louis history, Pope John Paul II, touched down at Lambert Airport for a 31-hour visit. The Pope was greeted by President Bill Clinton.

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