Pope John Paul II, who was born Karol Józef Wojtyła in 1920 in Poland, is remembered by many as a saintly leader who sprinkled his natural charisma, wisdom, and unyielding faith into the world. During his extraordinary papacy of more than 25 years, he traveled to over 130 countries, inspiring millions with hope and his inclusive approach to tackling even the most difficult social issues. John Paul II’s inspiring legacy began early on when he defied Nazi occupation and helped keep the Polish Catholic Church alive during World War II. From there, he went on to compose plays, become a priest, and ultimately an archbishop — all before becoming pope…