Best Selling Books by John Paul II

Originally entitled Osoba i Czyn and published in Poland in 1969, TheActing Person is the official English translation and has been thoroughly edited and revised with the collaboration of the author. The book stresses that Man must ceaselessly unravel his mysteries and strive for a new and more mature expression of his nature. The author sees this expression as an emphasis on the significance of the individual living in community and on the person in the process of performing an action. The author states in his preface that he has tried to face the major issues concerning life, nature, and the existence of Man directly as they present themselves to Man in his struggles to survive while maintaining the dignity of a human being, but who is torn apart between his all too limited condition and his highest aspirations to set himself free. The author hopes that his book "contributes to this disentangling of the conflicting issues facing Man, which are crucial for Man’s own clarification of his existence and direction of his conduct". The author’s analysis of the human being is a dynamic counter to the materialistic and positivistic tendencies in various schools of modern philosophy. Ever since Descartes, the knowledge of Man and his world has been identified through cognition. This book is a reversal of the post-Cartesian attitude toward Man in that it characterises him as the person in action. Audience: The Acting Person will be of great interest to philosophers, anthropologists, and scholars specializing in phenomenology. It will also be of deep concern to theologians, priests, seminarians, and members of religious orders who wish to gain an insight into Pope John Paul II’s philosophy of life.

s to prepare for the new millennium by focusing on the Holy Spirit and its work. These selections from the pope''s writing develop the themes he has identified for this year in his 1994 letter, "As the Third Millennium Draws Near". Includes a study guide for personal or group use.

The Basics of Ministry series explores parish ministries that are vital to an active and meaningful eucharistic celebration. Each book provides useful material for the recruitment and training of new ministers. as well as insights to revitalize those who have been involved in ministry for years. The series includes introductions to specific ministries, brief histories, spirituality and instructions. You also will find a list of other resources, along with prayers and questions for discussion and reflection.

In September of 1979, about a year after becoming pope, John Paul II began a series of reflections on love, sexuality, and the human person. These 15-minute talks, which continued for several years, became known collectively as the "Theology of the Body." This book paraphrases 86 of Pope John Paul II''s talks in easy-to-understand English. "An absolute ''must-have'' for Catholic Studies reference and resource shelves." -- Midwest Book Review "Masterfully distills the essence of the pope''s talks." -- National Catholic Register "This fully ecumenical understanding of sexuality is less about following the rules than about discovering the freedom of living in truth." -- First Things "Succeeds in bringing papal teaching on the body within the reach of the average reader." -- The British Columbia Catholic Get the Kindle e-book free when you buy the paperback, with Amazon Matchbook.

Describes Pope John Paul II''s theater background, presents translations of his plays, and includes his essays about the nature of drama.

Published on February 11, 1984, Salvifici Doloris addresses the question of why God allows suffering. This 30th anniversary edition includes the complete text of the letter plus commentary by Myles N. Sheehan, SJ, MD, a priest and physician trained in geriatrics with an expertise in palliative care. Acknowledgments of recent episodes of violence bring the papal document into a modern context. Insightful questions suited for individual or group use, applicable prayers, and ideas for meaningful action invite readers to personally respond to the mystery of suffering.

Post-Synodal Apostolic Exhortation of John Paul II.

Embark on a spiritual journey with Redemptor Hominis, an enlightening encyclical by Pope John Paul II. Explore profound insights into the role of Christ, Christian anthropology, and the call to global solidarity. This timeless work offers guidance for modern challenges and remains a beacon of hope for those seeking a deeper connection with their faith.

Selections from the works of John Paul II.

Encyclical letter of the Roman Catholic Pope to mark the hundredth anniversary of TRerum Novarum'', Pope Leo XIII''s ground breaking encyclical about social issues. John Paul II reflects on recent events in the world community using and furthering the principles of Catholic social teaching. Included as an appendix is a pastoral letter of the Australian Catholic Bishops, TA Century of Catholic Social Teaching'', also commemorating TRerum Novarum''.

El gran best-sellerÓ internacional, el libro con el cual el Papa Juan Pablo II trae a un nivel accesible las grandes inquietudes teologicas de nuestras vidas. Se adentra al corazon mismo de sus creencias personales y habla con pasion acerca de la existencia de Dios; la dignidad del hombre; el dolor, el sufrimiento y el mal; la vida eterna y el significado de la salvacion; y de la esperanze. Ademas, habla sobre la relacion entre la cristiandad y otras creencias religiosas, asi como la relacion entre el catolicismo con otras doctrinas de la fe cristiana. Con la humildad y generosidad de espiritu que le caracterizan, Juan Pablo II la habla directa y francamente a todo el mundo. (Translated from the Italian ed.)

Australian edition of the apostolic letter written by Pope John Paul II to the bishops, clergy and faithful, to mark the centenary of ''Orientalium Dignitas'' of Pope Leo XIII.

A lively, provocative and iconoclastic history of the Jews and their culture and of Israel as a nation, by the author of the critically acclaimed Modern Times (selected as one of the Best Books of 1983 by the New York Times.

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John Paul II''s catecheses on the Psalms and Canticles of Morning Prayer