{"product_id":"saint-john-paul-ii-9780899425382","title":"Saint John Paul II","description":"\u003cp\u003eOne 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: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea brief biography of Saint John Paul II\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003evibrant full-color illustrations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edurable sewn paperback binding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003eSubjects on the life and influence of Saint John Paul II that are covered in this title include: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Birth of Karol Wojtyla\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Nazi Invasion of Poland\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKarol's Spiritual Growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrom Young Priest to Bishop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Bishop Becomes a Cardinal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePope John Paul II\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Writings of Pope John Paul II\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe World Traveler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe End of Communism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Pope Almost Dies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDevotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSaints and Blesseds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHoly Years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorld Youth Day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEcumenism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Pope's Illnesses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe 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. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eWinkler, Jude:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - \u003cb\u003eRev. Jude Winkler, OFM Conv.\u003c\/b\u003e, has published numerous books and articles, mainly in the area of biblical theology. Under his direction, a board of highly qualified Scripture scholars engaged in producing a fresh, faithful, and reader-friendly translation of the complete Bible--the \u003ci\u003eNew Catholic Bible\u003c\/i\u003e (\u003ci\u003eNCB\u003c\/i\u003e), published in fall 2019. His versatility is demonstrated by the fact that he has taught on all educational levels from kindergarten to graduate school. In addition to his scholarly writings, he has produced numerous works for children, including over 30 books in the St. Joseph Picture Book Series of bestselling titles, including those on Prayers, Saints, Sacraments, Church Beliefs and Celebrations, and the Blessed Virgin Mary.","brand":"Catholic Book Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50556578726162,"sku":"9780899425382","price":2.96,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_a9f9c4ad-96ca-4b56-a604-dbe7bfe900d3.jpg?v=1731757111","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/saint-john-paul-ii-9780899425382","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}