Meet John XXIII: Joyful Pope and Father to All
by Patricia Treece
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My life must be filled with the love of Jesus, and also with a great outpouring of goodness and sacrifice for individuals and for the whole world. --from Chapter Seven The world loved Pope John XXIII--who could resist his cheerful, affectionate nature?--and he admitted that he was incorrigibly optimistic: "I never met a pessimist who accomplished any good," he wrote in his diary. But Pope John was at heart nothing more than a man in love with God. He maintained his good humor in spite of show more decades of difficult assignments and considerable ill treatment, never complaining but instead choosing to "seize the good...and multiply it." If you're looking for a big-hearted friend within the communion of saints, Blessed John XXIII is your man. This lively portrait will sweep you into the warmth of his spirit while anchoring you in his solid, practical spirituality. "Never mind thunderbolts from heaven!" he once said. "Charity, charity and simple, direct, loving truth!" show lessTags
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An inspiring look at the life, influences, spirituality and accomplishments of one of the most beloved popes of the 20th century. The humility and Christian spirit that John XXIII showed throughout his life of service and obedience to the Catholic Church stands as a beacon light, showing us the path to true holiness. Patricia Treece has done an excellent job of helping us "Meet John XXIII."
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Patricia Treece is an acclaimed writer, scholar, and expert on 19th and 20th Century saints and mystics
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- Religion & Spirituality, Nonfiction, Biography & Memoir
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- 282.092 — Religion Christian denominations Roman Catholic Church Catholic Biography And History Biography
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- BX1378.2 .T69 — Philosophy, Psychology and Religion Christian Denominations Christian Denominations Catholic Church History
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