Pope John Paul II has invited all Christians to celebrate 2000 as a Jubilee Year -- according to Old Testament and Christian tradition, a year for prayer, forgiveness, remission of debts and thanksgiving. The Pope views his entire papacy, especially his writing and teaching, as preparing Christians for the transition to a new millennium. Celebrate the Third Millennium presents selections from his works on key jubilee themes.These luminous and practical readings are arranged according to the ways to celebrate Jubilee as defined by the U.S. bishops. They suggest these nine strategies for personal holiness:
1. Make time for prayer.
2. Practice forgiveness.
3. Celebrate the Eucharist.
4. Live a just life.
5. Help the poor.
6. Be a domestic church.
7. Share faith.
8. Join a small Christian community.
9. Know your faith.
