The Image of John Paul II in the Polish Press in the USA: the Example of Dziennik Związkowy and Nowy Dziennik–Polish Weekly

Abstract

John Paul II was the first pope in history to appreciate the role played by the media in the modern world. He perceived the media as a modern form of communication, through which the Catholic Church could influence the shape of social and religious life in the world.

This article is a preliminary analysis of the image of John Paul II in two Polish press titles published in the United States: Dziennik związkowy and Nowy Dziennik–Polish Weekly. Due to the limited framework of this publication, the article presents only a brief description of the issues that have been recognised as important for a broader analysis of the topic.