Liturgy/Ritual/Homiletics

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The Lectionary for Weekday Masses Chapel Edition contains the complete Weekday Lectionary in liturgical use in the Catholic Church. The three magnificently illustrated volumes of the Weekday Lectionary include the Weekdays for Years I and II, Proper and Common of Saints, and Ritual and Votive Masses. Large, bold, easy-to-read 11-pt. type; a user-friendly layout that eliminates unnecessary page-turning; over 20 beautiful liturgical drawings providing a pictorial introduction to each main...

Vol. III of the Lectionary for Weekday Masses Pulpit Edition contains the complete Weekday Lectionary for Year II and the Proper and Common of Saints for liturgical use in the Catholic Church. This magnificently illustrated volume of the Weekday Lectionary is printed in large, bold, easy-to-read type. A user-friendly layout that eliminates unnecessary page-turning and over 20 beautiful liturgical drawings providing a pictorial introduction to each main section make this Weekday Lectionary...

More than one million bereaved Catholic families have drawn comfort from the pastoral wisdom of Msgr. Joseph M. Champlin (1930-2008) in Through Death to Life since its original publication in 1979. This leading Catholic funeral planning resource contains all of the approved lectionary readings and other liturgical texts needed to celebrate a funeral Mass. Two distinct numbering systems in the volume coincide with official liturgical books as well as Ave’s Funeral Mass and Rite of Committal...

Vol. II of the Lectionary for Weekday Masses Pulpit Edition contains the complete Weekday Lectionary for Year I and the Proper and Common of Saints for liturgical use in the Catholic Church. This magnificently illustrated volume of the Weekday Lectionary is printed in large, bold, easy-to-read type. A user-friendly layout that eliminates unnecessary page-turning and over 20 beautiful liturgical drawings providing a pictorial introduction to each main section make this Weekday Lectionary...

The Pulpit edition of the Lectionary for the Sunday Mass contains the approved English translation of the Catholic liturgical Lectionary for the United States that went into use on November 29, 1998. Includes all the Lectionary readings for Cycles A, B, and C in one volume. Printed in two colors in large, easy-to-read 14-pt. type and set out in sense lines, this magnificently illustrated Pulpit edition of the Lectionary for Sunday Mass is formatted to make it as pastoral, practicable, and...

Together at Baptism Preparing, Celebrating, and Living the Sacrament Author: Robert Hamma Format: Booklet Pages: 128 Trim size: 6 x 9 inches ISBN: 978-1-59471-297-5 Like Together for Life, and Through Death to Life, this updated edition of Together at Baptism offers both spiritual support and solid information about the sacramental life of the Church.While unaffected by the changes to the Roman Missal, Third Edition, Together at Baptism has been revised to follow the Rite of Baptism for...

Together for Life includes:Approved texts for The Order of Celebrating Matrimony and prayers from the Roman MissalThe Word Brought Home, scripture commentaries by Catholic leadersCatechetical commentary by Rev. Peter Jarret, C.S.C., to help couples deepen their understanding of the Church's liturgy Hints for incorporating ethnic and cultural devotions and practices into a Catholic weddingSample intercessionsHow-to guides to help parish ministersFAQ section about the celebration of Catholic...

The cover art is bold, clearly visible to those near and far. It bears the traditional images of the four evangelists in colorful foil: the angel, Matthew; the lion, Mark; the ox, Luke; the eagle, John. A two-column page design makes it easy to find the identification of the reading and the rubrics, thus preventing mistakes in proclamation. The gospel texts are printed in large 17-point type, arranged in sense lines. Page turns have been eliminated wherever possible. Feasts and many Sundays...

Second Typical Edition of The Order of Penance, which has been approved by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops and confirmed by the Apostolic See. This edition keeps with our more than 110-year commitment to publishing excellence, with every copy subject to rigorous inspection by our staff, ensuring that each book meets our stringent quality requirements. This Clothbound Ritual Edition includes the enhanced features that celebrants have come to know and trust from Catholic Book...

This new edition of Prayers of the Faithful reflects the themes of both Pope John Paul II and the vision of Pope Benedict XVI. The style of the prayer anticipates the dignity, accuracy, and quality of the new ICEL translation of the Roman Missal. Edited by Bishop Peter J. Elliott, Prayers of the Faithful contains Intercessions for all Sundays, solemnities, major feasts, and other occasions along with valuable supplementary material, including an Introduction explaining the history,...

The reverent act of processing The Book of the Gospels from gathering to altar and from altar to ambo is an important part of the liturgical celebration. As the most visible book to the assembly, The Book of the Gospels is meant to convey the power of the word of God to our communities. Using traditional Roman design, our Book of the Gospels emphasizes the glory of the word through the use of beautiful gold- and silver-stamped liturgical art. The cover art includes an enhanced version of the...

At Home with the Word STANDARD, LARGE PRINT AND SPANISH EDITIONS At Home with the Word® guides readers to a deeper understanding of the Sunday Scriptures, providing the readings for this liturgical year, insights from Scripture scholars, and action steps to help parishioners fully connect with the readings from Mass. The resource also includes prayers, citations for weekday readings, and access to additional reflection questions and action steps for families, Christian initiation groups, and...

Book Of Gospels, Genuine Leather Coverpages: 556Size: 9.75 x 13ISBN: 1-890177-20-2 Genuine Leather Since the time of St. Gregory the Great, formal liturgical books containing readings from Sacred Scripture have been common in the Church. Today every effort is made to assure that the Scriptures are bound in books that are "worthy, dignified, and beautiful" (Lectionary for Mass, no. 35). The Book of the Gospels is a sign of Christ’s presence in the liturgy; it is revered with the same holy...

Communion of the Sick is a valuable service booklet for Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist that contains all appropriate readings as well as a series of beneficial pastoral instructions and guidelines. Includes texts for both Communion in Ordinary Circumstances and Communion in a Hospital or Institution. Commentary, history, and appendices have been written for Communion of the Sick by renowned author Rev. Joseph M. Champlin. Printed in large type and in two colors and with text set in...

This new ritual book is the perfect resource for priests concelebrating the Mass for Sundays and other special occasions. It includes each of the ten Eucharistic Prayers from the third edition of The Roman Missal: Eucharistic Prayers I-IVEucharistic Prayers for Reconciliation I and IIEucharistic Prayers for Use in Masses for Various Needs I-IV The rubrics and line breaks for the above Eucharistic Prayers will vary from the third edition of The Roman Missal. These adjustments were based on the...

The Lectionary for Sunday Mass (Chapel Edition) from contains the approved English translation of the liturgical Lectionary for the United States that went into use on November 29, 1998. Includes all the Lectionary readings for Cycles A, B, and C complete in one volume. Printed in two colors in large 12-pt. type and set out in sense lines, the Lectionary for Sunday Mass is formatted to make it as pastoral, practicable, and functional as possible. This magnificently illustrated Lectionary from...

HARDCOVER Details: 640 pgs, 10 1/2 x 14 1/2 x 2 1/8 Based on the Pueblo Books LECTIONARY FOR MASS, the Ceremonial Edition is specifically designed for processional use. Its impressive size and beautiful art make it a handsome work for emphasizing the dignity of the Word. Special features of this edition: New American Bible translationSunday texts for Cycle AIncludes Solemnities & Feasts of the Lord and the SaintsImpressive 10 x 14" sizeGold-stamped front, back, and spineRibbon...

Based on the Pueblo Books LECTIONARY FOR MASS, the Ceremonial Edition is specifically designed for processional use. Its impressive size and beautiful art make it a handsome work for emphasizing the dignity of the Word. Special features of this edition: New American Bible translationSunday texts for Cycle BIncludes Solemnities & Feasts of the Lord and the SaintsImpressive 10 x 14" sizeGold-stamped front, back, and spineRibbon markerGilt-edgedEasily readable 17-point Golden Cockerel typeface...

HARDCOVER Details: 642 pgs, 10 1/2 x 14 1/2 x 2 1/8 Based on the Pueblo Books LECTIONARY FOR MASS, the Ceremonial Edition is specifically designed for processional use. Its impressive size and beautiful art make it a handsome work for emphasizing the dignity of the Word. Special features of this edition: New American Bible translationSunday texts for Cycle CIncludes Solemnities & Feasts of the Lord and the SaintsImpressive 10 x 14" sizeGold-stamped front, back, and spineRibbon...

Vol. IV of the Lectionary for Weekday Masses Pulpit Edition contains the complete Ritual Masses, Masses for Various Needs and Occasions, and Votive Masses for liturgical use in the Catholic Church. This magnificently illustrated volume of the Weekday Lectionary is printed in large, bold, easy-to-read type. A user-friendly layout that eliminates unnecessary page-turning and over 20 beautiful liturgical drawings providing a pictorial introduction to each main section make this Weekday Lectionary...

The Lectionary for Weekday Masses contains the complete Weekday Lectionary in liturgical use in the Catholic Church. The three magnificently illustrated volumes of the Weekday Lectionary include the Weekdays for Years I and II, Proper and Common of Saints, and Ritual and Votive Masses. Large, bold, easy-to-read type; a user-friendly layout that eliminates unnecessary page-turning; over 20 beautiful liturgical drawings providing a pictorial introduction to each main section make this Weekday...

Vol. III of the Lectionary for Weekday Masses Chapel Edition contains the complete Ritual Masses, Masses for Various Needs and Occasions, and Votive Masses for liturgical use in the Catholic Church. This magnificently illustrated volume of the Weekday Lectionary is printed in large, bold, easy-to-read 11-pt. type. A user-friendly layout that eliminates unnecessary page-turning and over 20 beautiful liturgical drawings providing a pictorial introduction to each main section make this Weekday...

Order of Christian Funerals, Ritual Edition: Hardcover The Church calls each member of Christ s Body Priest, Deacon, layperson to participate in the ministry of consolation: to care for the dying, to pray for the dead, to comfort those who mourn (Order of Christian Funerals, 8). Revised and updated, this edition of the Order of Christian Funerals, Ritual Edition includes the ritual texts for the Vigil and related rites and prayers, the funeral liturgy, the Rite of Committal, and the funeral...

This Pocket Edition of the Second Typical Edition of The Order of Penance, which has been approved by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops and confirmed by the Apostolic See. The convenient pocket size of this edition makes it a perfect companion for use in the confessional or during face-to-face confession, while its elegant Dura-Lux cover enhances the dignity of the text. It includes the sought-after features of the Ritual Edition, those that celebrants have come to know, trust,...

As the number of available priests has declined, the Sunday Mass is becoming less and less available in some parishes and dioceses. Sunday Celebrations In the Absence of a Priest addresses this growing reality by providing the appropriate ritual to be used in the celebrating community. This revised ritual edition of Sunday Celebrations In the Absence of a Priest includes Morning Prayer, Evening Prayer, and two appendices, Directory for Sunday Celebrations in the Absence of a Priest and...

The Book of the Gospels contains the new edition of the Gospel Readings approved by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops for the new Lectionary for Mass. Includes Proper of Seasons (Sunday Gospels), Solemnities and Feasts of the Lord and Saints, and 17 Ritual Masses. This edition of The Book of the Gospels is printed in two colors in extra-large type in practical sense-line format. With gold-edged pages and durable red, gold-stamped cloth cover, The Book of the Gospels is a magnificent book...

Many churches have the custom of giving a place of honor to a book in which parishioners write the names of their dead. This is such a book that has been carefully prepared—in its dimensions, paper, binding, and art—to be both beautiful and worthy of its task. In most parishes, this one volume will be large enough to receive names over many years. This beautifully bound volume features a gold embossed cover, that matches other ritual editions, for a place of reverence in the parish. On the...

The Order of Celebrating Matrimony Ritual Cards have been approved by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops as an official liturgical document. The Order of Celebrating Matrimony Ritual Cards (formerly Rite of Marriage Ritual Cards) are revised to include the new, expanded introduction, a new scripture reading, optional blessings for the arras and lazo, and new appendices for blessing an engaged couple and for blessing a married couple on the anniversary of marriage. With the...

The Order of Confirmation (English & Spanish) “You will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you, and you will be my witnesses” (Acts 1:8). With these words, Jesus proclaimed the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on the Church—an outpouring that continues today in the Order of Confirmation through the ministry of the bishops. The Order of Confirmation/Ritual para la Confirmación has an updated English translation that the Holy See approved with its recognitio in 2015. Beginning on...

Available in ENGLISH, SPANISH and CANADIAN versions When lectors, readers, and proclaimers of the Word need the most trusted, accurate, and user-friendly tool to help them prepare for the Sunday readings, they rely on Workbook. For over 30 years, Workbook has provided confidence to lectors and readers, giving them vital tools to feel prepared in their ministry as proclaimers of the Word. Workbook provides: Full, large-print text of the first, second, and Gospel readings approved for use in the...

This two-volume Collection of Masses of the Blessed Virgin Mary contains the complete liturgical material needed to celebrate a total of 46 Masses in honor of the Blessed Virgin. The Roman Missal includes the Eucharistic Prayers and useful, functional tabs for the Ordinary of the Mass. The Lectionary contains all the readings for these 46 Masses of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Both volumes include ribbon markers and liturgical drawings that introduce each main section. The Collection of Masses of...

Daily Prayer is the perfect companion for your spiritual journey, offering a thoughtful order of prayer for each day. By reflecting on Scripture and the liturgical year, you will gather the wisdom and strength to live out your day as a disciple of Jesus. Equally useful for group or individual prayer, Daily Prayer centers each day’s prayer on a Scripture reading, along with a reflection, a psalm, intercessions, and closing prayer. Daily Prayer 2023 provides an introduction to Catholic prayer...

The Order of Christian Funerals (with Cremation Rite) contains texts for The Vigil and related rites and prayers, the Funeral Liturgy, Rite of Committal, Funeral Rites for Children, as well as texts for Scripture Readings, the Office for the Dead, and additional texts. This liturgical book for Catholic funerals also includes the material from Appendix 2: Cremation (except for "Reflection"), approved and published in 1997. The Order of Christian Funerals (with Cremation Rite) is attractively...

The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults contains the latest translation of the Rite of Christian Initiation by the International Commission on English in the Liturgy plus the additional sections inserted by the United States Bishops: includes Appendices with acclamations, hymns, and songs, and the National Statutes for the Catechumenate. The format and presentation of each of the rites have been arranged for the convenience of the celebrant, with two-color printing and highly readable...

Those who prepare the liturgy are entrusted with a very important task—helping our assemblies to encounter the real presence of Christ and to be transformed and strengthened for discipleship. Life-giving celebrations of the liturgy help foster and nourish the faith of our parishioners. Sourcebook for Sundays, Seasons, and Weekdays is a trusted annual publication providing insightful, concise, and detailed suggestions for preparing the Mass each day of the liturgical year. With its focus on...

Spanish-English bilingual edition of the Catholic marriage rite is available in the United States. The Order of Celebrating Matrimony/Ritual del Matrimonio is produced with the beauty, quality, and affordability our customers have come to expect.Liturgical Press tiene el gusto de ofrecer la nica edicin espaol-ingls disponible en los Estados Unidos del Rito del Matrimonio catlico. El volumen del Ritual del Matrimonio / The Order of Celebrating Matrimony es un producto bello, de gran calidad y...

Vol. III of the Lectionary for Weekday Masses (Chapel Edition) contains the complete Weekday Lectionary for Year II and the Proper and Common of Saints for liturgical use in the Catholic Church. This magnificently illustrated volume of the Weekday Lectionary is printed in large, bold, easy-to-read 11-pt. type. A user-friendly layout that eliminates unnecessary page-turning and over 20 beautiful liturgical drawings providing a pictorial introduction to each main section make this Weekday...

Vol. II of the Lectionary for Weekday Masses Chapel Edition contains the complete Weekday Lectionary for Year I and the Proper and Common of Saints for liturgical use in the Catholic Church. This magnificently illustrated volume of the Weekday Lectionary is printed in large, bold, easy-to-read 11-pt. type. A user-friendly layout that eliminates unnecessary page-turning and over 20 beautiful liturgical drawings providing a pictorial introduction to each main section make this Weekday Lectionary...

Order Of Baptism Of Children (Bilingual Edition) This Bilingual Edition of the Ritual Edition offers a harmony between the Spanish and English texts, including the Appendix, which has been added to the Spanish Second Typical Edition, first published in the United States in 2009. ?NDICE Cap?tulo I: Rito del Bautismo para varios ni?osCap?tulo II: Rito del Bautismo para un ni?oCap?tulo III: Rito del Bautismo para un gran n?mero de ni?osCap?tulo IV: Rito del Bautismo cuando bautiza un catequista...

The Order of Christian Funerals (with Cremation Rite) contains texts for The Vigil and related rites and prayers, the Funeral Liturgy, Rite of Committal, Funeral Rites for Children, as well as texts for Scripture Readings, the Office for the Dead, and additional texts. This liturgical book for Catholic funerals also includes the material from Appendix 2: Cremation (except for "Reflection"), approved and published in 1997. The Order of Christian Funerals (with Cremation Rite) is beautifully...

Pages: 292Author: UNITED STATES CONFERENCE OF CATHOLIC BISHOPSSize: 8 1/2 x 11Color: BURGUNDYBinding: HARDCOVER This is the definitive English text for use in the United States for the conferral of the Holy Orders of the diaconate, the priesthood, and the episcopate. Revised after the Second Vatican Council, these rituals consist in the laying on of hands and the Prayer of Ordination, as well as preparatory and explanatory rites that are part of these ceremonies by ancient tradition. The text...

This Roman Missal for the Masses of the Blessed Virgin Mary contains the Eucharistic Prayers, so that no other book is needed to celebrate these 46 Masses in honor of the Blessed Virgin. Includes useful, functional tabs for the Ordinary of the Mass, ribbon markers, and liturgical drawings that introduce each main section. The Roman Missal for the Masses of the Blessed Virgin Mary is printed in two colors in large, easy-to-read 14-pt. type and attractively bound in durable blue cloth. Pages:...

The Shorter Book of Blessings is a handy-size edition of the larger Book of Blessings that includes only the blessings that are celebrated outside Mass. It contains the New American Bible translation for all Scripture readings to ensure conformity with the Catholic liturgical Lectionary. This handy liturgical resource is printed in two colors, with each blessing set in easy-to-read sense lines and carefully arranged for the celebrant. The Shorter Book of Blessings is elegantly bound in black...

The Shorter Book of Blessings is a handy-sized edition of the larger Book of Blessings that includes only the blessings that are celebrated outside Mass. It contains the New American Bible translation for all Scripture readings to ensure conformity with the Catholic liturgical Lectionary. This handy liturgical resource is printed in two colors, with each blessing set in easy-to-read sense lines and carefully arranged for the celebrant. The Shorter Book of Blessings is elegantly bound and...

The Order of Baptism of Children A practical, beautiful, and affordable ritual book for priests and deacons Practical and Easy to Use ✦ Convenient size makes it easy to use on one’s own or with an altar server✦ Comfortable to hold, even with one hand✦ All the official text of the Order of Baptism of Children, including a detailed Order Within Mass with all the necessary texts as an appendix✦ Logical page breaks that never interrupt the flow of a prayer✦ Font size, colors, and spacing...

In this highly anticipated English translation according to the Second Typical Edition, the Ordo Celebrandi Matrimonium "is presented with an enrichment of the Introduction, rites and prayers, and with certain changes introduced in keeping with the norm of the Code of Canon Law promulgated in 1983" (Decree of the Congregation for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments). The revision of this Ritual Edition, which is divided into four chapters and includes three Appendices,...

In this highly anticipated English translation according to the Second Typical Edition, the ORDO CELEBRANDI MATRIMONIUM "is presented with an enrichment of the Introduction, rites and prayers, and with certain changes introduced in keeping with the norm of the Code of Canon Law promulgated in 1983" (Decree of the Congregation for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments). The revision of this Ritual Edition , which is divided into four chapters and includes three Appendices,...