The Paradoxical Pope: Dogma and Dissent Under John Paul Ii

The Pope from Poland quickly made his mark as a virtuoso performer, a man who charms street-sweepers and statesmen alike. But questions are now being raised about the direction in which he appears to be leading the Church and about his toughmindedness toward the clergy. Here is an analysis of John Paul II’s first eighteen months as Pope and some of the controversies of faith and dogma in which he is engaged.