A Gift of Joy and Hope
- Author Pope Francis
- Narrator David Suchet
- Publisher Hachette Audio
- Publish Date 27 September 2022
- Run Time 5 hours and 41 minutes
- Format Audio
- Genre Assertiveness, motivation, self-esteem and positive mental attitude, Biography: religious and spiritual, Roman Catholicism, Roman Catholic Church.
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What to expect
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.
| Author | Pope Francis |
|---|---|
| Narrator | David Suchet |
| Duration | 5 hours and 41 minutes |
| Release Date | |
| ISBN | 9781668613160 |
| Format | Audiobook |
| Publisher | Hachette Audio |
| Genre | Assertiveness, motivation, self-esteem and positive mental attitude, Biography: religious and spiritual, Roman Catholicism, Roman Catholic Church |
| Availability | US |
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