From the moment he appeared on the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica on the evening of his election in October 1978, Pope John Paul II has captured the imagination and hearts of people around the world. This first-ever Polish pope—the first non-Italian to be elected in five hundred years-set the tone of his entire pontificate in his first homily by exhorting us to “Open wide …

This book reveals how through a discourse of truth-telling—calling things by their proper name—Pope John Paul II effectively exposed the corruption of language and thought fueling a death culture that is becoming increasingly embedded in medicine, human experimentation, commerce, law, and ideology. This is an indispensable guide to Pope John Paul’s profound and practical …

This work account of the life of Pope John Paul II highlights his deep Christian faith, his dedication to the Church, and his spiritual essence, through the unprecedented light of the investigation into whether he merits sainthood.

To understand the Pope's life, you need to understand the rich thought that shaped his life. An in-depth and comprehensive study of the theology of Pope John Paul II by the first American theologian ever to be named a cardinal.

Spend this Christmas in the good company of the Holy Fathers - the Popes through the Ages “I am an old Christmas person and cannot imagine a more spiritual and impressive way than spending the Christmas season with the popes. This is a marvelous book to give anyone who has a real sense of the Church and of the significance of the teachings of the bishops of Rome. I highly recommend …

The pontificate of the first non-Italian since the sixteenth century has left a lasting imprint on the Church. As the world has faced the tremendous theological, social, economic and political realignment of the last half of the twentieth century, Pope John Paul II has offered clear guidance for Roman Catholics and innumerable others. The moving selections from his writings contained here …

"Do not be afraid. Open wide the doors for Christ. To his saving power open the boundaries of states, economic and political systems, the vast fields of culture, civilization and development. Do not be afraid!" —Pope John Paul II, from Chapter Four By the time Pope John Paul II first spoke the words that became a hallmark of his papacy-"Do not be afraid!"-he had long …

Be guided by one of the great men of our time! The stunning achievements of the late Pope John Paul II were rooted in a life of intense prayer, which sustained, energized, and empowered him. In Praying with Pope John Paul II readers will be inspired by his life and spirituality as they learn to pray as he did. Each of the fifteen meditations relates biographical details about the pope along …

9780471773825John Trigilio Brighenti , Kenneth Phd Toborowsky , Jonathan John Paul II, the first Polish pope, was a religious leader whose convictions transformed the Catholic Church and changed the course of history. Published just in time for Easter and the first anniversary of John Paul II's death, this accessible guide explores the late pontiff's role in the overthrow of Communism …

The life and ministry of the late Holy Father, Pope John Paul II are covered in this vibrantly designed comic book for younger readers.

Stanislaw Dziwisz In this volume, the pope’s trusted secretary speaks of suffering in John Paul’s life, and close collaborator Czeslaw Drazek, SJ, reflects on how this life-experience served to confirm and authenticate the pope’s signature teaching on suffering and on the dignity of every person. Dr. Renato Buzzonetti describes the principal medical interventions and care the pope received …

Pawel Zuchniewicz An instant best-seller when released in Europe in January, this powerful book describes the life and impact of John Paul II as told by individuals from all over the world who give moving testimonies how they experienced healings through the intercession of Pope John Paul II during his lifetime.  From little children to old age adults, including Cardinals, well-known lay …

By Pope Jo hn Paul II Translated and introduced by Michael M. Waldstein In this new critical translation of Pope John Paul II’s magnum opus, internationally renowned biblical scholar Michael Waldstein presents John Paul II’s magnificent vision of the human person with meticulous scholarship and profound insight. This is the classic compilation of texts which outline the Thoelogy of …

The complete collection of Pope John Paul II's Holy Thursday letters to priests will be available just in time for Easter in this single volume collector's edition. About the Book “On this holy day, the liturgy takes us inside the Upper Room.” Thus wrote Pope John Paul II in 1979 in his first Holy Thursday letter, a tradition he continued until his passing in 2005. The Upper Room is what John …

John Paul II: A Marian Treasury Compiled and with an introduction by Sr. Marianne Lorraine Trouvé, FSP Pope John Paul II has always been profoundly devoted to Mary, the Mother of God. This love for Mary shines through the impressive body of writings he has given to the Church; in addition to his Marian writings, he has mentioned her in virtually every major document. Here is a beautiful …

Compiled by John V. Kruse Beloved Pope John Paul II was one of the most popular and inspirational religious figures of our time. In Lent and Easter Wisdom From Pope John Paul II, the late Holy Father's thought-provoking words lead readers through a journey of conversion throughout the season Lent and Easter week. Each daily reflection--from Ash Wednesday through the Second Sunday of …

Rev. Jude Winkler, OFM Conv. This full-color illustrated St. Joseph Picture Book is the biography of Pope John Paul II written for children.

  INSPIRATIONAL REFLECTIONS ON MARY BY POPE JOHN PAUL II "This woman of faith, Mary of Nazareth, the Mother of God, has been given to us as a model of our pilgrimage of faith. From Mary we learn to surrender to God's will in all things. From Mary we learn to trust even when all hope seems gone. From Mary we learn to love Christ, her Son and the Son of God. For Mary, is not only the …