00:00Albino Luciani was born in 1912 in the heart of the Italian Dolomites, into a family of modest workers.
00:08This humble beginning forged his character.
00:12Ordained a priest in 1935, he quickly distinguished himself by his sharp intelligence and profound piety.
00:20His ecclesiastical career initially led him to teach at the seminary,
00:23then to become Bishop of Vittorio Veneto, and finally the venerable Patriarch of Venice.
00:32As a participant in the Second Vatican Council, he became an ardent defender of it.
00:37seeking to apply its spirit with gentleness and conviction, always focused on the good of his people.
00:44He is also a man of letters, with his work "Illustrisimi",
00:49Imaginary letters addressed to historical or literary figures,
00:54where he displays his subtle humor and wisdom.
00:59On August 26, 1978, he was elected pope.
01:03He surprised the world by choosing a double name, John Paul I,
01:09in homage to his two predecessors, a sign of continuity and renewal.
01:14He refuses the tiara, already symbolizing his desire for a simpler, more pastoral papacy.
01:22The whole world is captivated by her radiant smile.
01:26which earned him the nickname "the smiling pope".
01:30In just 33 days of pontificate, a record for brevity,
01:36John Paul I made a lasting impression.
01:38He speaks of humility, poverty, and peace.
01:43of the need for a church close to the people, far from pomp and circumstance.
01:48He initiated reforms, particularly within the Curia and the Vatican Bank,
01:54seeking to bring more transparency and simplicity.
01:59But his reign came to an abrupt end.
02:01On September 28, 1978, he was found dead in his apartment.
02:08officially from a heart attack.
02:11His sudden disappearance is both moving and shocking.
02:15leaving behind a feeling of incompleteness.
02:19Today, although he reigned for only a month,
02:22John Paul I is remembered as a spiritual giant.
02:26the pope of radiant humility,
02:29of evangelical simplicity
02:31and a smile that warms hearts.
02:34He sowed seeds of renewal that continue to inspire.
02:40Beatified in 2022,
02:42It is celebrated every year on September 28th.
02:45a luminous testimony
02:46of what even a very short pontificate can accomplish.
