Pope John Paul II

One of 101 titles in the St. Joseph Picture Book Series, this book by popular author Rev. Jude Winkler, OFM. Conv. relates the life and influence of Saint John Paul II in simple, easy-to-understand language. This title begins with the birth of Karol Wojtyla near Krakow, Poland and covers several significant events in his life prior to his election as Pope in 1978. This title also covers numerous important contributions of his and events that transpired during his papacy. Beautiful illustrations capture many key moments in his extraordinary life. Among the features of this book are:

a brief biography of Saint John Paul IIvibrant full-color illustrationsdurable sewn paperback bindingSubjects on the life and influence of Saint John Paul II that are covered in this title include: The Birth of Karol WojtylaThe Nazi Invasion of PolandKarol's Spiritual GrowthFrom Young Priest to BishopThe Bishop Becomes a CardinalPope John Paul IIThe Writings of Pope John Paul IIThe World TravelerThe End of CommunismThe Pope Almost DiesDevotion to the Blessed Virgin MarySaints and BlessedsHoly YearsWorld Youth DayEcumenismThe Pope's Illnesses

The St. Joseph Picture Books Series is a magnificent series of religious books for children, superbly illustrated in full color and simply written, that will help all children to better understand the Catholic Faith. These books are ideal for home or school.

The St. Joseph Picture Books Series is intended to help teach the basics of the Catholic Faith to children in an enjoyable manner. The books in the Seeries deal with one or more of the following themes: (1) the teachings of the Church, (2) the Christian way of life, and (3) our Catholic worship (including both public and private prayers and devotions). Each book also carries the Imprimatur, assuring that the contents are in line with Church teaching.