Poems to inspire. Poems to illuminate. Poems to share with friends, family, and the faithful. In this moving collection, Pope John Paul II contemplates the great questions of our lives—the mystery of creation, the invisibility of beginnings, the end of existence, and eternity that follows. Roman Triptych: Meditations contains the first poems written and published during his pontificate. Beautifully bound and copiously illustrated, this handsome edition features full-color plates of Michelangelo’s study sketches for the painting of the Sistine Chapel, as well as facsimiles of the Pope’s original handwritten text. Here, presented with passion and lucidity, are meditations reminding us of the wonderment of God’s work, the presence of the Spirit, and the power of the eternal Word of Christ. Translated by Jerzy Peterkiewicz.
English: No. 5-556, 40 pp., $19.95
Spanish: No. 5-892, 40 pp., $19.95
John Paul II: A Light for the World
Essays and Reflections on the Papacy of John Paul II
Published in commemoration of the Pope’s 25th anniversary as leader of the Catholic Church, this lavish 256-page volume is the first collection of photographs from the official collection of the Vatican. Featuring rich full color images from the very beginnings of John Paul II’s papacy to the present day, A Light for the World also includes essays and reflections on the major themes of Pope John Paul II’s papacy written by archbishops and cardinals from across the United States and the world.
No. 142-2, 256 pp., $35.00
Creativity
Touching the Divine
Explores the universal virtue of creativity ranging from the fine arts to daily living. Features Kent Amos, founder of the Urban Family Institute; Madeleine L'Engle, author of A Wrinkle in Time; Thomas Moore, author of Care of the Soul; and glass harpist Jamey Turner. Discussion guide included.
This visually stunning documentary takes viewers on an intimate journey of the many depictions of Christ over the centuries and around the world. First aired on PBS and narrated by Mel Gibson, Ricardo Montalban, Patricia Neal, and others, the program applies the latest digital technology to produce never-before-seen images—and create astounding morphing sequences that dramatically portray how our vision of Jesus has changed. A work of beauty and innovation and a must-see for all who seek to know Him better.
Video: No. 2180, 90 min., $29.95
DVD: No. 7-0180, 90 min., $29.95
Hearing Christ’s Call
A Resource for the Formation and Spirituality of Catholic Men
An essential guide, the volume includes scriptural reflections on men’s spirituality, along with guidelines for developing men’s ministry programs on the diocesan and parish levels.
No. 5-503, 102 pp., $6.95
Catholic Shrines and Places of Pilgrimage in the United States
Third edition identifies shrines and pilgrimage sites in the United States with detailed descriptions.
No. 5-158, 232 pp., $14.95
The Shrine and The Pilgrimage
Two publications that reflect the pastoral reality of shrines and provide a valuable resource for the future development of the Shrine and Pilgrimage Apostolate.