Best Selling Books by John Paul II

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

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.

Now readers can journey through the year with daily meditations by Pope John Paul II. Visit the manger on Christmas morning. Stand beside the tomb of Christ at Easter. Let both Scripture and the words of John Paul be an inspiration to consider anew the mysteries of salvation and redemption.

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.

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.

When Karol Wojtyla succeeded Albino Luciani, the pope of 33 days, who could possibly have foreseen the consequences? The pontificate of the first nonItalian since the sixteenth century indeed has left a lasting imprint on the church and on the world. 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, Christians of other denominations, members of other great religions, and innumerable others of good will. The moving selections from his writings contained here speak of John Paul IIs central creed the good news of Jesus, humanitys friend and savior, and his relevance to our own life and times.

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!

Prayers and meditations by the pontiff deliver an inspirational message of hope, faith, love, compassion, forgiveness, and comfort.

Pope John Paul II''s poetic last testament

Cover title: On social concern : Sollicitudo rei socialis, encyclical letter, December 30, 1987.Translation of: Solicitudo rei socialis. Includes bibliographical references.

Pamphlets are located in the pamphlet section, in the box labeled with the first heading listed below under Subjects. Pamphlets are for in library use only. Special permission to borrow the pamphlets may be granted by the librarians.

Pamphlets are located in the pamphlet section, in the box labeled with the first heading listed below under Subjects. Pamphlets are for in library use only. Special permission to borrow the pamphlets may be granted by the librarians.

Australian edition of the letter to women written by Pope John Paul II on the eve of the Fourth World Conference on women, held in Beijing in September, 1995. It is written as a sign of solidarity and gratitude.