Best Selling Books by John Paul II

In this encyclical letter, Pope John Paul II seeks to rekindle in the faithful the profound sense of amazement and gratitude that surrounds the Eucharist.

The Bible decreed that we celebrate every fiftieth year as a Jubilee -- a time for repentance, reconciliation, remission and rejoicing. Pope John Paul II calls all Catholics and all humanity to open the twenty-first century with a celebration of love. In readings drawn from two decades of Pope John Paul II''s writings, he invites us to live the Jubilee continuously by forgiving others, repairing broken relationships, and rejoicing in every circumstance. Paul Thigpen has arranged the selections according to nine ways of celebrating the jubilee outlined by the bishops of the United States of America.

Pope John Paul II''s pontificate has been one of the longest and most eventful of the whole history of the Catholic Church. More importantly, this Pope''s enduring and courageous preaching of the Gospel message throughout the world has meant that an unprecedented number of people have been exposed to its challenging and invigorating influence. People of the most varied cultures and degrees of Christian commitment have listened to this ambassador of Christ as he addressed their needs and concerns while digging deep into the words of Jesus. Many have been moved to take up the Gospels themselves and rediscover their on-going relevance. Others have felt their devotion to the Church strengthened or have better understood its call to conquer evil with good, violence and hatred with forgiveness, selfishness and pride with humility and self-giving. The present volume is a small representation of John Paul II''s teaching presented as a help to those who wish to live the Christian Church''s season of Lent more meaningfully. However, it can also meet the interest of inquirers who wish to know something of the Pope''s message to Christians and of his hopes for a world in which the respect for truth and the knowledge of God''s love bring joy and peace to the hearts of many. Book jacket.

Winner of a first-place award for English translation editions from The Catholic Media Association. Teachings for an Unbelieving World is a newly discovered work written by St. John Paul II—then Archbishop Karol Wojtyła of Kraków—in the years just after Vatican II. He uses St. Paul’s sermon to the people of Athens in Acts 17 as a framework for articulating the faith in a culture of skepticism and unbelief. These thirteen brief reflections provide compelling teaching for Catholics in today’s post-Christian world and give fresh insight into JPII’s pontificate. This is the first English-language publication of this important work. St. John Paul II composed these thirteen reflections at a unique point of convergence in history—the closing of Vatican II in 1965 and the 1966 observance of one thousand years of Christianity in Poland. Teachings for an Unbelieving World is an extended meditation on Acts 17 where Paul speaks to the cultural elite of Athens after he observed an altar of an unknown god in the city. Quoting from both the Bible and the documents of Vatican II, John Paul II draws timely wisdom from the apostle’s mission to bring the truth of the Gospel to a worldly culture of sophistication and disbelief, one not unlike our own. The future pope reveals Paul’s memorable encounter as an enduring framework to boldly present the core truths of Catholic faith to those living under Poland’s communist regime. In so doing, JPII demonstrates how relevant Paul’s words are today and equips us to meet the challenges of proclaiming the faith in our times. Teachings for an Unbelieving World affirms the continuity of Catholic faith about: humanity’s place in God’s creation; our search for meaning, truth, and freedom; addressing a culture of unbelief; the gift of redemption in Jesus Christ; the grace of the Holy Spirit; the role of the Church in the world; the power of the Eucharist; the redemptive and self-giving nature of human love; and the importance of prayer.

The compiler has organized brief quotations and extracts on a variety of topics and identified the source of each, including type of material (speech, homily, book, etc.), location, and date.

An invaluable reference, six apostolic exhortations of John Paul II have been gathered in one volume. Uniquely collegial documents, these exhortations help all Christians understand John Paul''s vision for the Church of the Third Millennium

A Famous Work by One of the Greatest Popes and Saints Explore the moral teachings of John Paul II in Veritatis Splendor. This profound work delves into the timeless principles of Catholic morality, offering clarity on essential ethical issues. With a focus on objective truth, moral law, and the pursuit of genuine freedom, John Paul II presents a compelling vision for living a virtuous life. A must-read for those seeking moral guidance rooted in faith, this book is a beacon of wisdom in our complex world.

Pope John Paul II extols the "genius of women" and applauds the contributions of women as they "enrich the world''s understanding and help to make human relations more honest."

St. John Paul II said "the Rosary is my favorite prayer." So what could possibly make praying the Rosary even better? Praying the Rosary with St. John Paul II! This book includes a reflection from John Paul II for every mystery of the Rosary. You will find John Paul II''s biblical reflections on the twenty mysteries of the Rosary that provide practical insights to help you not only understand the twenty mysteries but also live them. St. John Paul II said "The Rosary is my favorite prayer. A marvelous prayer! Marvelous in its simplicity and its depth. In the prayer we repeat many times the words that the Virgin Mary heard from the Archangel, and from her kinswoman Elizabeth." St. John Paul II said "the Rosary is the storehouse of countless blessings." In this new book, he will help you dig even deeper into the treasures contained within the Rosary. You will also learn St. John Paul II''s spirituality of the Rosary: "To pray the Rosary is to hand over our burdens to the merciful hearts of Christ and His mother." "The Rosary, though clearly Marian in character, is at heart a Christ-centered prayer. It has all the depth of the gospel message in its entirety. It is an echo of the prayer of Mary, her perennial Magnificat for the work of the redemptive Incarnation which began in her virginal womb." Take the Rosary to a whole new level with St. John Paul the Great! St. John Paul II, pray for us!

Addresses the issues facing Catholics and Christians in the new century to come, presenting advice and theology to support and help them.

Guidance on the life and ministry of bishops

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