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: 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, and 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.