Pope John Paul II In My Own Words Memorial Edition 1920-2005 Compiled and edited by Anthony F. Chiffolo Providing inspiration from the man whose advice and insights have touched the hearts of millions, this collection of quotations and prayers reveals Pope John Paul II in his many roles: as teacher, pastor, poet, leader, lover of all humanity, and follower of Christ. In this book, the pope …

This is the Encyclical Letter of Pope John Paul II on The Redeemer of Man. Chapters include: I.  Inheritance II.  The Mystery of the Redemption III.  Redeemed Man and His Situation in the Modern World IV.  The Church's Mission and Man's Destiny

Rise, Let Us Be On Our Way Pope John Paul II Following the success of the international bestseller Crossing the Threshold of Hope, Pope John Paul II provides the world with a glimpse into his past in RISE, LET US BE ON OUR WAY. Chronicling the years he spent as a bishop and later archbishop in Krakow, Poland through his election as the first Polish Pope in 1978, he recounts everything from …

Pope John Paul II Jo Garcia-Cobb and Keith E. Cobb The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the foundation of our faith.  In these meditations, Pope John Paul II shows us that the hope and joy of the resurrection is a tangible reality we can experience in our own lives.  Each chapter opens with a reflection and prayer that will help readers deepen their understanding of the resurrection …

Pope John Paul II This broad-ranging document on the family is a guide for families and those who minister to them. It includes sections on the importance of the family, dangers faced by families, educational rights and responsibilities, pastoral care, morality and theology.

Following his desire to make the rosary more fully reflect the life of Christ, Pope John Paul II has proposed the addition of five Mysteries to the Rosary. Called "Mysteries of light," these "luminous mysteries" consider Christ's public ministry from the time of his baptism to his passion.  The "mysteries or light" serve to remind us of the events in which …

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.

This encyclical letter of Pope John Paul II was written to address the theological and philosophical issues concerning moral theology. At the time, the pope was very concerned about some non-Catholic views that had found their way into Catholic schools and seminaries. The document is divided into the following sections: Introduction Jesus Christ, the true Light that enlightens everyone …

Gian Franco Svidercoschi Countless biographies have been written about Pope John Paul II. Now, a well-know Vatican insider reveals new details about Karol Wojtyla's youth, from his birth to his election to the papal throne. Storiesof karol: The Unknown Life of John Paul II originated as a 20-part radio program that aired from January to March 2001 and was narrated by the author himself. From …

John E. Fagan This volume summarizes 38 of the Pope’s major documents making his teachings more accessible to busy people, with an emphasis on aspects of most interest to the laity. Pope Benedict XVI has stressed the need to study the many documents issued by his predecessor. “All this is a rich patrimony that has not yet been assimilated by the Church. My personal mission is...to ensure that …

Testimony of the Cross is a moving photographic and textual reflection on the mystery of the Cross. The text is written by Pope John Paul II for the Via Crucis (The Way of the Cross) journey which he made to the Colosseum in Rome, Italy, on Good Friday, April 21, 2000. Testimony of the Cross includes illustrations for each station of the Cross, and prayers and meditations written by the Holy …

Who is Mary for us today? Pope John Paul II explored this question in a series of general audiences talks given from 1995 to 1997. Collected in this volume, these catechesis form an easy-to-follow course in Marian doctrine and devotion. Basing his thought on the Council's lead, the Pope places Mary in a scriptural and ecclesial context. The humble Virgin of Nazareth appears as she really was - …

This international bestseller is the official biography of Pope John Paul II written by acclaimed author, George Weigel. The book traces the life of the pope from his childhood in Poland to the Great Jubilee. The book contains black and white and color pictures of the pope throughout his life.