History of Saturday Night Live (1990–95) Bob Marley's song "War", musical guest Sinéad O'Connor created controversy by holding up a picture of Pope John Paul II, exclaiming, "Fight the real enemy", and tearing the picture to pieces. According to the book "Live From New York", this was unrehearsed, and condemned by Michaels and the "SNL" crew, who refused to light the applause sign after O'Connor's performance; likewise, guest host Tim Robbins, who was raised Catholic, did not thank O'Connor during the closing. "Featuring" "With" "Featuring" One host during this season, Martin Lawrence, had an opening monologue which included an extended series of comments about feminine hygiene.
Catholic Church sex abuse cases in the United States had become "..a gross efflorescence of anti-catholic rhetoric." In 1993, Pope John Paul II addressed the sexual abuse issues via a letter. This letter was sent to American Bishops. This is said to be the first time the Vatican addressed the sexual abuse cases that were occurring. Pope John Paul II stated, “Woe to the world because of scandals!” The letter continues with a somber tone of sorrow for those who are victims. In 2003, Pope John Paul II stated that "there is no place in the priesthood and religious life for those who would harm the young". Pope Benedict