{"product_id":"john-paul-ii-my-beloved-predecessor","title":"John Paul II: My Beloved Predecessor","description":"By Joseph Ratzinger \/ Pope Benedict XVI This collection of texts by Benedict XVI, composed both before and after his election to the pontificate, is a testimony to his close relationship with John Paul II, born of over a quarter of a century of close collaboration by two of the most important religious figures of the new millennium. Benedict explores John Paul II's life: his vocation and how it matured, his passion for philosophy and theology, his academic studies and influences, and his pontificate. Read the book you've been hearing about and gain unique insight into the minds of our two most recent popes! \"May the memory of John Paul II and the study of his work and his teaching bring you closer to Christ. May these be the nucleus of unity in a shared struggle for the future of the Church and of the nation. I extend my heartfelt blessing to all, in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.\"-Pope Benedict XVI Features twelve selections, including Ratzinger's tribute to John Paul II on the occasion of the twentieth anniversary of his pontificate, as well as the moving homily delivered by Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger at the funeral Mass of \"our late beloved Pope John Paul II.\" Also features a special full-color photo insert!\u003cbr\u003eASIN: 0819839892\u003cbr\u003eVSKU: BVV.0819839892.G\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good\u003cbr\u003eAuthor\/Artist:Benedict\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact  including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.  \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Blue Vase Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43264961151037,"sku":"BVV.0819839892.G","price":13.11,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0589\/4225\/9261\/files\/0819839892-0.jpg?v=1781214815","url":"https:\/\/www.bluevasebooks.com\/products\/john-paul-ii-my-beloved-predecessor","provider":"Blue Vase Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}