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== Papacy ==
== Papacy ==
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=== Election ===
=== Election ===
Elected pope on October 16, 1978, taking the name John Paul II. His papacy began with a message of "Do not be afraid," encouraging openness to Christ.
Elected pope on October 16, 1978, taking the name John Paul II. His papacy began with a message of "Do not be afraid," encouraging openness to Christ.