The concept of numerous beatifications and canonizations in the pedagogy of John Paul II. Cover Image

Idea licznych beatyfikacji i kanonizacji w pedagogii Jana Pawła II
The concept of numerous beatifications and canonizations in the pedagogy of John Paul II.

Author(s): Łukasz Ryszka, Grzegorz Godawa
Subject(s): Christian Theology and Religion, Education, Canon Law / Church Law
Published by: Wydawnictwo Naukowe Uniwersytetu Papieskiego Jana Pawła II w Krakowie
Keywords: sanctity; John Paul II; educational process; beatification; canonization;

Summary/Abstract: From the very beginning the Church has been caring for the vocation to sanctity which is perceived as the core of Christian life. Teaching sanctity may have different forms. One of the most essential of them is presenting the example of one’s life. The figures of saints and blessed are of great help during the process of becoming a mature person. They had a crucial educational function in John Paul II’s teaching as they encouraged to follow the ideal of sanctity. Therefore,the concept of numerous beatifications and canonizations in Pope’s teaching has pedagogical significance. Implementing the rules of the pedagogy of sanctity is the mission of the Church which should be recalled in the context of John Paul II’s canonization.

  • Issue Year: 6/2014
  • Issue No: 1 (10)
  • Page Range: 209-221
  • Page Count: 13
  • Language: Polish