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Pope John Paul II (DVD) (1920-2005)
A celebration of the unique life of one of the most beloved pontiffs in history. All the triumphs and trials of his extraordinary Papacy are here: from his election to the Holy See through his exhaustive world travels, from the shocking attempt on his life and his heroic role in ending Communism. Includes exclusive footage from the only television interview granted after Pope John Paul II was elected to the papacy.
From the Back Cover This BBC commemmoration, narrated by Geoffrey Palmer, is a fitting tribute to a man whose mission above all was to proclaim the joy of faith in a troubled world. With footage from the inner sanctums of Vatican City to the far corners of the world, it is a joyous tribute to one of the most compassionate and beloved figures of our time. He arrived at the Vatican an unknown Polish cardinal and became one of the most towering figures in modern history. This exclusive commemoration from BBC, one of the most trusted news sources in the world, documents the inspiring life of Pope John Paul II, a beacon of hope and a champion of human dignity around the world. Karol Wojtyla brought immense personal authority and strength to the leadership of the Catholic church in a time of great uncertainty and change. A man whose profoundly held beliefs permeated every aspect of his private and public life, he worked unceasingly to reestablish the papacy as a spiritual and more force throughout the world. Deeply committed to peace and reconciliation, he traveled constantly and became a globally recognized figure, reaffirming the traditional values of the Catholic church.
