Edited by Sister Mary Ann Walsh, RSM Introduction by Bishop Wilton Gregory, President, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops Foreword by Kofi Annan, Secretary-General, United Nations
When Karol Wojtyla was elected Pope on October 16, 1978, he became the first Slavic Pope in history and the first non-Italian in 455 years. Taking the name John Paul II, the new Pope delivered a message in his first homily in St. Peter's Square that has resounded throughout his entire papacy: "Be not afraid!"
Created for the occasion of his twenty-fifth anniversary as Pope, John Paul II: A Light for the World provides a celebration in photographs and words of the courageous pastor who guides more than one billion Catholics and has made his mark on history the world over. Elegantly designed and produced, John Paul II: A Light for the World features over 140 photographs--many of which seldom have been seen outside the Vatican--by official Vatican photographers who have captured the Pope's remarkable life and ministry for two and a half decades. These beautiful photographs are accompanied by selections from the Pope's own speeches and writings as well as essays and personal reflections by scholars and friends that provide insight into the public and private person of Pope John Paul II.
Organized into three sections--Pastor, Pilgrim, Prophet--more than forty essays by staff of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops explore the depth and breadth of the themes central to John Paul's papacy, while nearly thirty personal reflections by cardinals, bishops, and others who have had personal encounters with the Pope reveal his profoundly human, and often humorous, side.
A joint effort between the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, the Catholic Communications Campaign and Sheed & Ward, John Paul II: A Light for the World is the definitive commemoration of John Paul II's twenty-fifth anniversary as Pope. The book opens with a personal greeting from Angelo Cardinal Sodano, Vatican Secretary of State; a foreword by Kofi Annan, Secretary-General of the United Nations; an introduction by Bishop Wilton D. Gregory, president of the USCCB; and a historical sketch by John Thavis, Rome bureau chief for the Catholic News Service. Also featured in the volume is a comprehensive essential resources section that includes a history of the Pope's life and ministry; lists of canonizations and beatifications; his world travels, including visits to the United States; summaries of all his encyclicals, major Apostolic Constitutions, Exhortations, and Letters; and a complete chronological listing of his key papal writings. A glossary of terms and an index are also included. This book is an invaluable resource and keepsake for Catholics, spiritual seekers, those interested in history, and anyone who has been moved by the witness and hopeful message of John Paul II, who is truly a light for the world. Hardcover, 256 pages. October 2003. Quantity
Some of the greatest European painters of the Middle Ages were employed in the decoration of these manuscripts: Gerard Horenbout, one of the illuminators of The Sforza Hours, illustrates a simple Nativity using rich reds, greens and blues; the Annunciation to the Shepherds, depicted by the Master of the Duke of Bedford, is marvelously detailed and surrounded by classic miniatures; the Master of the Dresden Hours, a prolific Flemish artist of the late 1400’s, has strewn his Epiphany with flowers, so realistic that it seems possible to pick them off the page. Intricate in scale and radiant with gold and colors, these manuscripts represent the popular ideal of the medieval illuminated book.
The well-loved story is recounted in the words of the Revised Standard Version of the Bible. This masterly translation of the New Testament complements the magnificent illustrations, making this the perfect Christmas gift to be treasured by young and old.
With the combination of the beautiful RSV translation and the glorious color miniatures, readers will be deeply inspired by both word and art. The RSV has been acclaimed for many decades as the most accurate, readable and beautiful translation of the Bible in English. 28 pages, Hardcover, Ignatius Press Fall 2003 Quantity
Responding to the Pope’s Apostolic Letter on the Rosary, his five new “Luminous Mysteries”, and declaration of 2003 as “The Year of the Rosary”, Fr. Groeschel presents this new book of meditations on all 20 mysteries of the rosary. Drawing on his vast personal experiences as well as the grand traditions of the Church, he takes us on a spiritual journey that will inspire us to greater depths of prayer. This special book includes: The Pope’s Letter on the Rosary, Rosarium Virginis Mariae, and lavishly illustrated with 20 classic color paintings. Paperback, 168 pages, Ignatius Press Fall 2003. Quantity
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The Resilient Family is a unique and comprehensive resource tool for families with a child who has a serious illness or disability. Paul Power, Sc.D., and Arthur E. Dell Orto, Ph.D., experts in the field of rehabilitation counseling, break new ground by focusing on the entire family and showing parents how their families can thrive in the face of burdens that feel unbearable.
The Resilient Family shows parents how to identify the strengths that exist in their family and then use those strengths to support the child and revitalize the entire family. The authors cover topics that have rarely been addressed in one book and show parents how to:
Paperback, 192 pages, Ave Maria Press, Fall 2003.
