Karol, The Boy Who Became Pope

In the beautiful country of Poland, in the town of Wadowice, lived a boy named Karol. His family and friends called him ;Lolek.;As a boy he played with his friends, helped his neighbors, and prayed with his family. When he grew up he became a priest, a bishop, and a beloved pope. This story will take you on adventures alongside Karol, the boy who would one day become a great saint of the Church. Karol, The Boy Who Became Pope reveals the power of faith and family in the young life of the ;pope of the family,; Saint John Paul II. Written by Jem Sullivan, catechist and author, and beautifully illustrated by award-winning artist William J. Maloney, Karol is a delightful and inspiring childrens story about one of the great saints of our age.Special Bonus Feature:Excerpt from Saint John Paul IIs Letter to Children