NOT OUR POPE. THE PONTIFICATE OF JOHN PAUL II IN THE WORLD

Mirosław Wlekły's shocking report takes us on a journey around the world, showing the controversies and challenges of John Paul II's pontificate from the perspective of those who viewed him critically. It is a story of hope, disappointment and the search for truth in the shadow of a great pontificate. A book that provokes reflection and invites a substantive discussion about the role of the Church in a changing world.

• Critical look at the pontificate of John Paul II
• Shocking reports from various parts of the world
• Substantive discussion about the role of the Church
• Report by Mirosław Wlekły
• Testimonies of participants and witnesses of controversial events
• In-depth analysis of the impact of the pontificate on today's world

Mirosław Wlekły, a respected Polish reporter, set out on a journey to reach people who had a different opinion about the pontificate of John Paul II. His report is a collection of conversations with Catholics from Europe and Latin America who disagreed with the direction the Church was taking under Wojtyła's leadership. The author addresses difficult topics such as the Pope's attitude to liberation theology, women's ordination, contraception and turning a blind eye to sexual crimes by clergymen.

Wlekły's book is not only criticism, but also an attempt to understand the complexity of John Paul II's pontificate. The author analyses the Pope's involvement in the geopolitical interests of the United States and his influence on the political situation in Poland and the world. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to look at John Paul II's pontificate from a different perspective and reflect on the role of the Church in today's world.

"Not Our Pope" is a report that evokes emotions and provokes thought. It is a book that forces us to reflect on how we perceive the Church and its role in society. Wlekły gives a voice to those who have so far been omitted from official narratives, giving them the opportunity to share their experiences and thoughts. It is an important voice in the discussion about the pontificate of John Paul II and about the future of the Church.

The book has 400 pages and a format of 147x210 mm. It was published in 2023 by Filtry Publishing House in paperback. It is a position that should be in the library of anyone interested in the history of the Church and contemporary social problems.