Mary's Pope: John Paul Ii, Mary, And the Church Since Vatican Ii

The pontificate of John Paul II has been enlivened and defined by a devotion to Mary, the Mother of God. Unfolding since Vatican II, the Church s contemporary doctrine and devotion to Mary is fully examined and explained in this book. Rooted in Scripture and Tradition, Redemptoris Mater and other encyclicals, including the discussion of coredemptrix and Mary s active role in salvation, this book lays the foundations for understanding the teachings of the Catholic Church concerning Mary. Mary s Pope is a landmark text that looks into the heart and mind of John Paul II, helping you contextualize and understand his distinctive theological approach.

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