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What kind of pontiff was Pope Pius XII?
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Catholic World Report examines the divided opinions regarding Pope Pius XII, noting that some critics characterize him as an indecisive coward and an anti-Semite who was detached from the realities of World War II.
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- Aug 22, 4:00 AM PT Pope Pius XII institutes feast of Mary's reign
- Aug 22, 12:01 AM PT Pope Pius XII establishes Queenship of Mary feast
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