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This book is already Pope Francis's bestselling book in Italy. It has been a challenging last few years (months, weeks, days) for all of us, but Pope Francis reminds us that the light of joy still shines bright. Joy is not dependent on our circumstances but comes from solid, hard-earned hope which is ever present. A balm for difficult times.

 In this encouraging book, Pope Francis explores the meaning of true joy and offers an inspiring message: even in dark times, the light of hope can shine bright. 

The past few years have been extremely challenging, but even in dark times, the light of joy can shine bright.
 
True joy, says Pope Francis, is not a fleeting sentiment or a short-term solution to suffering; it springs from a solid hope that nothing and no one can take away.
 
A Gift of Joy and Hope is an invitation to embrace authentic beauty and a reminder to be open to encountering God, even in the midst of challenges. In this inspiring collection, Pope Francis encourages readers to change attitudes that exclude others; to reveal the deep dissatisfaction we all hide; and to overcome life’s challenges with courage and faith. He also challenges readers to hope without pessimism or doubt, to hope even in the midst of anxiety, to recognize the beauty all around us, and to let God show us how to deal with your doubts and fears.
 
This book aims to encourage readers to look outside themselves and believe that hope is still possible and that joy always has the last word.

ISBN-13: 9781546003700

Media Type: Paperback

Publisher: Worthy

Publication Date: 09-26-2023

Pages: 208

Product Dimensions: 5.10(w) x 7.90(h) x 0.70(d)

Pope Francis Jorge Mario Bergoglio was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, on December 17, 1936, the son of Italian immigrants. He was ordained a priest in the Society of Jesus (Jesuits) in 1969 and created a bishop in 1992. He became Archbishop of Buenos Aires in 1998 and was named a cardinal in 2001. In March 2013 he was elected Bishop of Rome, the 266th pope of the Catholic Church.

Table of Contents

My Wish ix

1 Change and Rebirth 1

2 The Dream of Beauty 17

3 Why God Is Joyful 33

4 Freedom from Sadness 61

5 Joy has the Final Word 81

6 Ask the Right Questions and You Will Find the Answers 99

7 Be Hope 117

8 The Gift of a Smile 139

9 My Prayers 159

Appendix: A Smile in the Storm 177

Sources 189