"Francis, rebuild my Church!" That is how St. Francis of Assisi heard the call of Christ. It is also how Jorge Mario Bergoglio, at the age of 76, and a Jesuit, seems to have accepted his election to the papacy with the choice of a name that no other pope has ever chosen. Who is Pope Francis, elected in one of the shortest conclaves in history? Who is the man chosen to be the first pope from the Americas and the first Jesuit pope?How does he see the world and his ministry? How does he understand his call to serve Christ, his Church, and the world? In short, what is the mind and heart of this new pope of a new world--of the Americas and the rest of the world of the 21st Century?In the words, the ideas, and the personal recollections of Pope Francis--including material up to the final hours before his election--the most highly regarded Vatican observer on the international scene reveals the personality of this man of God, gentle and humble. The son of Italian immigrants to Argentina, he made radically following Christ and the way of non-violence the pillars of his pastoral ministry in a country, continually tormented by social and economic inequities. This complete biography offers the keys to understanding the man who was a surprise choice, even a kind of revolutionary choice, for pope. It is the story of the humble pastor of one of the world's largest archdioceses; a cardinal who takes the bus, talks with common folk, and lives simply. It is the story of why the cardinal electors of the Catholic Church set aside political and diplomatic calculations to elect a pope to lead the renewal and purification of the worldwide Church of our time. Andrea Tornielli is a Vatican correspondent for the highly regarded Italian newspaper La Stampa who has collaborated with numerous Italian and international publications. His numerous books include Pius XII, the Pope of the Jews; The Choice of Martini; Pope Luciani: the Smile of a Saint; The Pope Who Saved the Jews; Benedict XVI, Guardian of the Faith; The Secret of Padre Pio and Karol Wojtyla; and The Attack on Ratzinger (with Paolo Rodari). 200 pages.
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Our Infant of Prague Rosary Bracelet features 6mm Aqua Fire Polished beads. The Crucifix measures 5/8 x 1/4 inches. The charm is a Infant of Prague medal. This premium rosary bracelet is proudly made in the USA using high-quality beads and Sterling silver-plated parts, so it is built to last for many generations. As part of our premium line of religious jewelry, this Infant of Prague 6mm Aqua Fire Polished Rosary Bracelet are the perfect religious gift. It includes a free gift box and free shipping. If you'd like the rosary bracelet personalized, our jewelers can engrave a special message, date, or name on the back of the charm. |
Our Saint Maurus Rosary Bracelet features 6mm Lite Amethyst Fire Polished beads. The Crucifix measures 5/8 x 1/4 inches. The charm is a St. Maurus medal. This premium rosary bracelet is proudly made in the USA using high-quality beads and Sterling silver-plated parts, so it is built to last for many generations. As part of our premium line of religious jewelry, this St. Maurus 6mm Lite Amethyst Fire Polished Rosary Bracelet are the perfect religious gift. It includes a free gift box and free shipping. If you'd like the rosary bracelet personalized, our jewelers can engrave a special message, date, or name on the back of the charm. |
DIVINE BEAUTY BEAUTIFUL BLESSING BRACELET Wear this bracelet as a reminder that God created you in His image and has called you by name to be a saint of the new millennium. Be courageous, be light, be beautiful. Adjustable bracelet cording which opens to 9.5" and closes to 6.25" Handwoven in Medjugorje, Bosnia and Herzegovina Ten platinum heirloom-quality crystal pearls, glass beads, 1 cm gold-tone Benedictine Medal, gold-tone "blessed" tag These premium crystals are 2.5x more brilliant than other crystals, lead-free, sustainably manufactured and environmentally friendly Medals hand-cast in Italy Comes on an inspirational card. SKU: 97954
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