| Pope John XXIII: Essential Writings Contributor(s): Pope John XXIII (Author), Maalouf, Jean (Editor) |
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ISBN: 1570757615 ISBN-13: 9781570757617 Publisher: Orbis Books OUR PRICE: $16.20 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: June 2008 Annotation: Pope John XXIII (1881-1963) was the "transitional" pope elected in 1958 who revolutionized the church by convening the Second Vatican Council. He set the tone for the Council by speaking of the need for "updating" or aggiornamento, "opening the windows" of the church, and responding to the "signs of the times." He signaled a new pastoral style of leadership, marked by love for the world, and a strong commitment to peace and social justice. At the time of his death in 1963 he was one of the most beloved leaders in the world. He was beatified by Pope John Paul II in 2000. |
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| BISAC Categories: - Religion | Christianity - History - Religion | Christian Theology - General |
| Dewey: 282.092 |
| LCCN: 2007049273 |
| Series: Modern Spiritual Masters |
| Physical Information: 0.6" H x 5.4" W x 8.2" (0.55 lbs) 192 pages |
| Themes: - Religious Orientation - Catholic - Religious Orientation - Christian - Theometrics - Catholic |
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| Publisher Description: Pope John XXIII revolutionized the church by convening the Second Vatican Council and by speaking of the need for updating and opening the windows of the Catholic Church. His pastoral style of leadership and engagement with the world, his love of peace and social justice are all evident in these writings. |