A gruff yet godly man, Padre Pio (1887-1968) was a healer and mystic. He aspired to great holiness, both for himself and for the many people who came to him for spiritual direction. For the final 50 years of his life, Padre Pio silently endured the physical pain of his stigmata. Padre Pio was graced with amazing gifts that enabled him to carry out his ministry until the day he died. Over 100,000 of Padre Pio's "spiritual children" attended his funeral, and in May 1999 Padre Pio was beatified by Pope John Paul II. Meet Padre Pio will bring you face-to-face with one of the most beloved yet mysterious Catholic personalities of the twentieth century...

This new compilation contains selections from popular titles, breathing new life into classic offerings and creating a devotional with short, inspirational entries. Readers will be delighted by: Stories from Padre Pio's life Excerpts from his letters and other writings Prayers that reflect the spirit of Padre Pio Attractively packaged in a portable size, The Joyful Spirit of Padre Pio is designed to appeal to both men and women. This hardcover book would make the perfect gift for a loved one. 246pp. Hardback...