Pope John Paul II was born on May 18, 1920 in Wadowice, Poland. He grew in a very supportive environment. Unfortunately, 9 years later his mom died, followed by his brother’s death 3 years later. He eventually started to love the thrill of athletics, and started doing skiing and swimming. Later on, in 1938 he attended the Krakow’s Jagiellonian University. While he was there, he showed interest in theater and poetry. Unfortunately, a year later the Nazis occupied Poland and closed down the school. He then decided to be a priest and became the archbishop of Krakow. He finished his religious studies in 1946. Finally, he decided to go to Rome and eventually became pope in 1978. Pope John Paul II left a huge legacy that enhanced his spirituality.