Download or read book The Young Life of Pope John Paul II written by Claire Jordan Mohan and published by . This book was released on 1995-06 with total page 70 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The story of Pope John Paul II when he was Karol Wojtyla growing up in Poland.
Download or read book Witness to Hope written by George Weigel and published by Zondervan. This book was released on 2009-10-13 with total page 1228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This definitive biography of Pope John Paul II explores his historic influence on the world stage: “Magnificent. A tremendous achievement” (Washington Post). As head of the Catholic Church from 1978 until his death in 2005, John Paul II was one of the world’s most transformational figures. With unprecedented cooperation from the Pope, as well as the people who knew and worked with him throughout his life, George Weigel offers a groundbreaking portrait of him as a man, a thinker, and a leader whose religious convictions defined a new approach to world politics—and changed the course of history. The Pope played a crucial yet underexplored role in some of the most momentous events of his time, including the collapse of European communism, the quest for peace in the Middle East, and the democratic transformation of Latin America. With an updated preface, this edition of Witness to Hope explains how this “man from a far country” did all of that, and much more—and what both his accomplishments and the unfinished business of his pontificate mean for the future of the Church and the world.
Download or read book Pope John Paul II written by John Moody and published by Random House (NY). This book was released on 1997 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Chronicles the life of Pope John Paul II and discusses his connections in Poland and Rome, his personal life, and how he made the choice between acting and religion.
Download or read book Saint John Paul the Great written by Jason Evert and published by Totus Tuus Press. This book was released on 2014-03-06 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Although there are countless ways to study Saint John Paul the Great, the most direct route is by entering the man’s heart. Discover the five greatest loves of Saint John Paul II, through remarkable unpublished stories about him from bishops, priests, his students, Swiss Guards, and others. Mining through a mountain of papal resources, Jason Evert has uncovered the gems and now presents the Church a treasure chest brimming with the jewels of the saint’s life.
Download or read book Lessons in Hope written by George Weigel and published by Basic Books. This book was released on 2017-09-19 with total page 386 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From a preeminent authority on the Catholic Church and papal biographer, "an intimate understanding of John Paul II" (Weekly Standard) In Lessons in Hope, George Weigel tells the story of his unique friendship with St. John Paul II. As Weigel learns the pope "from inside," he also offers a firsthand account of the tumult of post-Vatican II Catholicism and the Cold War's endgame, introducing readers to the heroes who brought down European communism. Later, he shows us the aging pope grappling with the post-9/11 world order and teaching new lessons in dignity through his own suffering. A deeply humane portrait of an eminent scholar learning a saint, Lessons in Hope is essential reading for anyone seeking a fuller understanding of a world-changing pope.
Download or read book Stories of Karol written by Gian Franco Svidercoschi and published by Gracewing Publishing. This book was released on 2003 with total page 166 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Countless biographies have been written about Pope John Paul II. In this volumen a well-know Vatican insider reveals new details about Karol Wojtyla's youth, from his birth to his election to the papacy. This short, readable book chronicles the young life and personal development of this popular and beloved man through stories about his family, his vocation, and his intellectual training. It is enjoyable for both for adults and young people. "Stories of 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. It was also the inspiration behind the Hallmark channel movie, "A Man Who Became Pope."
Download or read book Man of the Century written by Jonathan Kwitny and published by Henry Holt and Company. This book was released on 1997-09-15 with total page 768 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Publishers Weekly Book of the Year Booklist Editor's Choice, 1997
Download or read book Pope John Paul II written by Yann-Brice Dherbier and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pope John Paul II is the most extensive visual diary ever compiled of this most respected of religious leaders. From his days growing up in the small town of Wadowice, Poland, to his extensive travels around the Christian world, this astounding collection bears witness to his transformation into the vicar of Jesus Christ and the Patriarch of the West. Included among the images are some of his lesser known, but equally powerful moments, such as his visit to the man who tried to kill him in 1981. Comprehensive and complete, this is a powerful compendium.
Download or read book Pope John Paul II written by Tad Szulc and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 1996 with total page 658 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive and thought-provoking biography that gives an exclusive inside look at the life of Pope John Paul II.
Download or read book The Gospel of Life written by Pope John Paul II and published by Random House Incorporated. This book was released on 1995 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Lolek written by Mary Hramiec Hoffman and published by Hramiec Hoffman Publishing. This book was released on 2009 with total page 60 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lolek is a celebration of the childhood of Pope John Paul II.
Download or read book Pope John Paul II written by George E. Stanley and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2010-05-11 with total page 182 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pope John Paul II was born Karol Wojtyla on May 18, 1920, in Poland. As a child Karol excelled in school -- especially in religion and literature. He was a star soccer player and also hiked and kayaked. But most of all Karol loved poetry and theater. Although Karol was liked and respected by his peers, his childhood was touched by tragedy. His mother passed away when he was only nine years old, and three years later his beloved older brother, Edmund, died from scarlet fever. Karol grew up in a time of great uncertainty for Poland. Although he was born into an independent Poland, he was a young man during the Nazi occupation of his homeland in World War II. When many Poles were anti-semitic, Karol had Jewish friends; when his country turned its back on religion, Karol studied in secret to become a priest. This fascinating biography details Karol's childhood and the events that led him to be named Pope John Paul II in 1978.
Download or read book Karol from Poland written by M. Leonora Wilson and published by . This book was released on 2000-06 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Traces the life of Karol Wojtyla from his childhood and student years in Poland through his ordination as a priest and election as Pope John Paul II, a missionary to the world.
Download or read book The Life of Pope John Paul II in Comics written by Alessandro Mainardi and published by Papercutz. This book was released on 2006-10-17 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: John Paul II was one of the most beloved popes in history. Here is his complete biography told in the graphic novel format. For the first time in beautifully illustrated comics, the entire story of his incredible life is told -- from his youth and inspiration to join the church in his native Poland, through his heroic defiance of the communist regime which first brought him international attention, and to his leadership as Pope. His inspirational quest for peace and world understanding touched millions, reaching far beyond his faithful followers. Ages 8 and up.
Download or read book My Dear Young Friends written by Pope John Paul II and published by St Marys Press. This book was released on 2001 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This collection of 52 weekly reflections invites young people to read and act on Pope John Paul II's inspiring addresses to young people gathered at annual World Youth Day celebrations. Each reflection contains a Scripture passage related to the theme for the week, a message from the pope, a "Think About That" section asking the reader to ponder the pope's message, and more.
Download or read book John Paul II written by Dominique Bar and published by Ignatius Press. This book was released on 2014-02-03 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A graphic novel format biography of Karol Josef Wojtyla who later became Pope John Paul II.
Download or read book The Young Life of Pope John Paul II written by Claire Jordan Mohan and published by . This book was released on 1995-06 with total page 68 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes the young life of Karol Cardinal Wojtyla of Poland, focusing on his boyhood years. Also details the influences of politics, history, and religion that led to his great achievements.
