The Vision of John Paul II: Assessing His Thought and Influence

The Vision of John Paul II assesses the writings, work, and ecclesial Vision of this long-serving pontiff. Moving beyond the scope of so many other books on John Paul II, this volume seeks to fill a gap by focusing on his lasting influence on pressing issues facing the church today: social justice, women's roles, collegiality, ecumenism, and interreligious dialogue. Readers will appreciate the contributions of internationally known and respected scholars:

Contributors include:

Michael Walsh - Ronald Modras - Paul McPartlan - Gerard Mannion - Judith Merkle
Jim Voiss - Charles E. Curran - Mario I. Aguilar - Susan Rakoczy
Paul Lakeland - Gemma Simmonds - Raymond G. Helmick - Peter Phan

This accessibly written volume allows readers to engage with a variety of viewpoints and to understand the ways in which the legacy of John Paul II continues to impact today's church.