Order of Books

Pre-Order Available for Shipment January 2026.

First Use Date February 11th, 2026.

Mandatory Use Date April 5th, 2026.

The large edition of the Order of the Anointing of the Sick and their Pastoral Care contains the complete text of the official Rites, including, Anointing of the Sick under various circumstances, and Pastoral Care of the Dying (Viaticum within and outside Mass, Commendation of the Dying, Prayers for the Dead, and Rites for Exceptional Circumstances). Printed in two colors and in large type, the Large Edition of the Order of the Anointing of the Sick and their Pastoral Care also includes two ribbon markers and is durably bound in a green cloth cover. An indispensable resource for all to whom is entrusted the pastoral care of the sick.

• Doubly-reinforced Smyth sewing, coupled with heavy-duty binder's board ensure strength, durability, and longevity.
• Large, bold legible type printed in two colors for Priest's, Deacon's, and minister's text.

240 Pages. 7 1/4" x 10 1/4" Hardcover

Pre-Order Available for Shipment January 2026.

First Use Date February 11th, 2026.

Mandatory Use Date April 5th, 2026.

The Pocket Edition of the Anointing of the Sick and Their Pastoral Care contains the Rites in a small, handy format for personal use. All the features of the large edition are here, including Communion of the Sick, Anointing of the Sick under various circumstances, and Pastoral Care of the Dying (Viaticum within and outside Mass, Commendation of the Dying, Prayers for the Dead, and Rites for Exceptional Circumstances). The Pocket Edition of Pastoral Care of the Sick also features a handy edge-marking index and is bound in an imitation leather green paper cover. An indispensable resource for chaplains and other ministers who care for the sick.

• Doubly-reinforced Smyth sewing, coupled with heavy-duty binder's board ensure strength, durability, and longevity.
• Large, bold legible type printed in two colors for Priest's, Deacon's, and minister's text.

336 Pages. 4" x 6 1/4" Green Dura-Lux Cover

Pre-Order Available for Shipment January 2026.

First Use Date February 11th, 2026.

Mandatory Use Date April 5th, 2026.

This handy-sized edition of The Anointing of the Sick and Their Pastoral Care, bilingual edition contains the Rites of Anointing and Viaticum in English & Spanish for personal use. Includes Anointing of the Sick under various circumstances, and Pastoral Care of the Dying (Viaticum within and outside Mass, Commendation of the Dying, Prayers for the Dead, and Rites for Exceptional Circumstances). This edition of Pastoral Care of the Sick/ Cuidado Pastoral de los Enfermos also features a convenient edge-marking index and is bound in a flexible green imitation leather cover. An indispensable resource for chaplains and other ministers who care for the sick.

• Doubly-reinforced Smyth sewing, coupled with heavy-duty binder's board ensure strength, durability, and longevity.
• Large, bold legible type printed in two colors for Priest's, Deacon's, and minister's text.

656 Pages. 4" x 6 1/4" Green Dura-Lux Cover

Pre-Order Available for Shipment January 2026.

First Use Date February 11th, 2026.

Mandatory Use Date April 5th, 2026.

Order of the Anointing of the Sick and of their Pastoral Care has been officially revised to replace Pastoral Care of the Sick: Rites of Anointing and Viaticum. This new edition provides clear distinction for the parts of the rite intended for the sick in a variety of circumstances. Reoriented from the previous edition, this ritual book is specifically intended for priests and deacons and therefore easier for clergy to use in pastoral settings.

Carefully formatted for readability in various environments, Order of the Anointing of the Sick and of their Pastoral Care:

• restores the Latin typical edition’s arrangement.
• reorients the use of this ritual book to clergy for ease of use in pastoral settings.
• retains several adaptations present in the previous text to aid in pastorally understanding the qualifications for the reception of the sacrament.
• includes a rubric at the beginning of the anointing of the sick chapter allowing priests to omit some elements from the Ordinary Rite of Anointing when visiting multiple patients in a hospital or institution.
• adds model rites in appendices for visiting a sick adult and a sick child, Christian initiation in danger of death, prayers after death, and the Emergency Rite of Penance, Anointing, and Viaticum.
• features a simple gold-stamped image by Br. Martin Erspamer, OSB, that beautifully reflects the rites of anointing and care for those who are sick.
• is offered in a convenient portable format for pastoral use.
• is printed in two colors, with three ribbon markers.

Also available in Spanish/También disponible en español

Pre-Order Available for Shipment January 2026.

First Use Date February 11th, 2026.

Mandatory Use Date April 5th, 2026.

El Ritual de la Unción de los enfermos y de su atención pastoral ha sido aprobado oficialmente por la Conferencia de Obispos Católicos de los Estados Unidos para reemplazar Atención pastoral de los enfermos: Ritos de la Unión y del Viático. Esta nueva edición proporciona una clara distinción de las partes del rito destinadas a los enfermos en diversas circunstancias.

Cuidadosamente formateado para su legibilidad en diversos entornos, el Ritual de la Unción de los enfermos y de su atención pastoral

• es consistente con el arreglo de la edición típica latina.
• está orientado para facilitar el uso por parte del clero en entornos pastorales.
• incluye varias adaptaciones para ayudar a comprender pastoralmente los requisitos para la recepción del sacramento.
• incluye una rúbrica al principio del capítulo de la Unción de los Enfermos que permite a los sacerdotes omitir algunos elementos del Rito Ordinario de la Unción cuando visitan a varios pacientes en un hospital o institución.
• agrega ritos modelo en apéndices para visitar a un adulto enfermo y un niño enfermo, iniciación cristiana en peligro de muerte, oraciones después de la muerte y el Rito de Emergencia de Penitencia, Unción y Viático.
• cuenta con una simple imagen estampada en oro del Hno. Martin Erspamer, OSB, que refleja bellamente los ritos de la unción y el cuidado de los enfermos.
• Formato portátil solo en español para uso pastoral.
• está impreso en dos colores, con tres marcadores de cinta.

Also available in English/También disponible en inglés

Order of the Anointing of the Sick and of their Pastoral Care

Pre-Order Available for Shipment January 2026.

First Use Date February 11th, 2026.

Mandatory Use Date April 5th, 2026.

Includes English and Spanish Editions

Order of the Anointing of the Sick and of their Pastoral Care has been officially revised to replace Pastoral Care of the Sick: Rites of Anointing and Viaticum. This new edition provides clear distinction for the parts of the rite intended for the sick in a variety of circumstances. Reoriented from the previous edition, this ritual book is specifically intended for priests and deacons and therefore easier for clergy to use in pastoral settings.

Carefully formatted for readability in various environments, Order of the Anointing of the Sick and of their Pastoral Care:

• restores the Latin typical edition’s arrangement.
• reorients the use of this ritual book to clergy for ease of use in pastoral settings.
• retains several adaptations present in the previous text to aid in pastorally understanding the qualifications for the reception of the sacrament.
• includes a rubric at the beginning of the anointing of the sick chapter allowing priests to omit some elements from the Ordinary Rite of Anointing when visiting multiple patients in a hospital or institution.
• adds model rites in appendices for visiting a sick adult and a sick child, Christian initiation in danger of death, prayers after death, and the Emergency Rite of Penance, Anointing, and Viaticum.
• features a simple gold-stamped image by Br. Martin Erspamer, OSB, that beautifully reflects the rites of anointing and care for those who are sick.
• is offered in a convenient portable format for pastoral use.
• is printed in two colors, with three ribbon markers.

Pre-Order Available for Shipment January 2026.

First Use Date February 11th, 2026.

Mandatory Use Date April 5th, 2026.

The quality of this worthy, dignified, and beautiful ritual edition helps convey the solemnity and dignity of the Order of the Anointing of the Sick.

Includes:

• The Visitation and Communion of the Sick
• The Order of the Anointing of the Sick
• Viaticum
• The Order of Offering the Sacraments to a Sick Person Who Is in Imminent Danger of Death
• Confirmation in Danger of Death
• The Order of the Commendation of the Dying
• Various Texts to Be Used in the Rites for the Sick
• Model Rites for the Visitation of the Sick
• Shorter Order of Adult Initiation to Be Used in Near Danger of Death or at the Point of Death
• Prayers after Death
• The Emergency Rite of Penance, Viaticum, and Anointing

Features:

• Synthetic leather hardcover in “liturgical red” with gold stamping
• Smyth-sewn pages for durability
• Texts in vivid red and black inks for readability
• Satin placeholder ribbon
• Pagination designed to reduce page turns during prayers
• 7” x 10” with 13pt font

Leatherette cover | 5 ¼ X 8 | 336 pages

Pre-Order Available for Shipment January 2026.

First Use Date February 11th, 2026.

Mandatory Use Date April 5th, 2026.

The quality of this worthy, dignified, and beautiful ritual edition helps convey the solemnity and dignity of the Order of the Anointing of the Sick.

Includes:

• The Visitation and Communion of the Sick
• The Order of the Anointing of the Sick
• Viaticum
• The Order of Offering the Sacraments to a Sick Person Who Is in Imminent Danger of Death
• Confirmation in Danger of Death
• The Order of the Commendation of the Dying
• Various Texts to Be Used in the Rites for the Sick
• Model Rites for the Visitation of the Sick
• Shorter Order of Adult Initiation to Be Used in Near Danger of Death or at the Point of Death
• Prayers after Death
• The Emergency Rite of Penance, Viaticum, and Anointing

Features:

• Synthetic leather hardcover in “liturgical red” with gold stamping
• Smyth-sewn pages for durability
• Texts in vivid red and black inks for readability
• a side-by-side English-Spanish format
• Satin placeholder ribbon
• Pagination designed to reduce page turns during prayers
• 7” x 10” with 13pt font

Leatherette cover | 5 ¼ X 8 | 336 pages

Pre-Order Available for Shipment January 2026.

First Use Date February 11th, 2026.

Mandatory Use Date April 5th, 2026.

The new translation of the Order of the Anointing of the Sick and of their Pastoral Care was recently approved for use in the dioceses of the United States of America beginning February 11, 2026.

This edition of the newly translated Order of the Anointing of the Sick and of their Pastoral Care provides ministers with a beautiful and dignified means of offering the Church’s ritual prayer for visiting, praying with, and offering the sacraments to those who are sick and dying. This ritual is primarily for priests and deacons.

This ritual book features:

• two-color printing to differentiate spoken texts from rubrics
• pagination designed to reduce disrupting page breaks
• three ribbon markers bound into the book
• a round backed, reese binding case to provide a durable book that can be used often and under various circumstances
• a portable and convenient size while designed to provide a dignified source for the Church’s prayer

The newly translated ritual includes:

• The Visitation of the Sick
• The Communion of the Sick
• The Order of the Anointing of the Sick within and outside Mass
• Viaticum within and outside Mass
• The Order of Offering the Sacraments to a Sick Person Who Is in Imminent Danger of Death
• Confirmation in Danger of Death
• The Order of the Commendation of the Dying
• Various texts to be used in the Rites for the Sick (Scripture and prayer texts)
• Model Rites for the Visitation of the Sick for adults and children
• Shorter Order of Adult Initiation to Be Used in Near Danger of Death or at the Point of Death
• Prayers after Death
• The Emergency Rite of Penance, Viaticum, and Anointing

Leatherette cover | 5 ¼ X 8 | 336 pages

Pre-Order Available for Shipment January 2026.

First Use Date February 11th, 2026.

Mandatory Use Date April 5th, 2026.

This bilingual edition of the full texts of the newly translated Order of the Anointing of the Sick and of their Pastoral Care presents the Spanish and English texts on facing pages. It is portable and conveniently sized while designed to provide a dignified source for the Church’s prayer. It features:

• two-color printing to differentiate spoken texts from rubrics
• pagination designed to reduce disrupting page breaks
• three ribbon markers bound into the book
• a round backed, reese binding case to provide a durable book that can be used often and under various circumstances
• a portable and convenient size while designed to provide a dignified source for the Church’s prayer

The praenotanda and corresponding rubrics provide clarity regarding who may preside over the rites as well as theological insights into the meaning of the celebrations. The newly translated ritual includes:

• The Visitation of the Sick
• The Communion of the Sick
• The Order of the Anointing of the Sick within and outside Mass
• Viaticum within and outside Mass
• The Order of Offering the Sacraments to a Sick Person Who Is in Imminent Danger of Death
• Confirmation in Danger of Death
• The Order of the Commendation of the Dying
• Various texts to be used in the Rites for the Sick (Scripture and prayer texts)
• Model Rites for the Visitation of the Sick for adults and children
• Shorter Order of Adult Initiation to Be Used in Near Danger of Death or at the Point of Death
• Prayers after Death
• The Emergency Rite of Penance, Viaticum, and Anointing

Leatherette cover | 5 ¼ X 8 | 672 pages

This full-sized English edition of The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults includes an updated translation, new instruction examples for the celebrant's use, and revisions to the National Statutes for the Christian Initiation of Adults.

The English Edition includes an updated translation, modifications to the rubrics, and important revisions to the National Statues for the Christian Initiation of Adults. Features include easy-to-read type for text and music, a sturdy cover, and high-quality acid-neutral cream paper with the highest opacity. 416 pages. Size 7 1/4 x 10 1/4.

The Bilingual Edition includes facing Spanish-English pages as the perfect resource for minister less familiar with the Spanish language. Features include easy-to-read type for text and music, a sturdy cover, and high-quality acid-neutral cream paper with the highest opacity.

This full-sized Bilingual edition of The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults includes facing Spanish-English pages to assist ministers who are not as familiar with Spanish. 800 pages. Size 7 1/4 x 10 1/4.

Available for Shipment December 2024

The new English and Spanish translations of the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults were recently approved by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops and confirmed by the Apostolic See. The new translation may begin to be used on the First Sunday of Advent, December 1, 2024. The mandatory use date is Ash Wednesday, March 5, 2025.

This beautifully designed ritual book presents the English and Spanish texts on facing pages. True to LTP's reputation as a leader in liturgical texts, the design shows sensitivity toward the bilingual needs of United States parishes. Page turns are eliminated wherever possible, and the use of two colors differentiates rubrics from what is to be proclaimed. The line length for the prayer texts and Scripture readings gives a pleasing proportion to the page as a whole and assists the reader in public proclamation of the text. This beautifully designed bilingual ritual book displays the ritual and Scripture texts and chants with dignity and clarity for those who proclaim them and those who listen to them.

Features include:

• casebound book with foil stamp on front cover and spine
• three ribbon markers bound into the book
• acid-free paper to prevent discoloration over time
• pagination designed to reduce disrupting page breaks

Ritual Book | 7 x 10 | 864 pages

ISBN 9781616718312

Available for Shipment December 2024

The Rite of Election or Enrollment of Names marks the beginning of the period of purification and enlightenment in the Christian initiation process. At the heart of this rite is the ritual action by which the catechumens write their names in the Book of the Elect, thus ritually symbolizing that they have been called by God to become initiated at the great Easter Vigil. The enrollment of names and the subsequent election by the bishop are the most ancient and the most important part of this liturgy.

The Book of the Elect is a formal record of the names of all those from the parish who have been elected for baptism. This elegantly designed book provides a dignified option for diverse parishes to ritually inscribe the names of their elect. Quotations from Scripture decorate the pages of this book in both English and Spanish. These texts have been carefully chosen and point to the new reality that has been bestowed upon those who have now been elected by God the blessed ones whom the Lord . . . has chosen as his heritage Psalm 33:12b). The lines on the page provide the elect with enough space to sign their names neatly and legibly. Parishes may also record the date of their election.

On the Cover:

The cover of this book presents three overlapping circles as a sign of the Trinitarian relationship of Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. The circles are placed within an image reminiscent of ancient baptismal fonts. In doing so, the overlapping circles become the focus of the cover and are thus suggestive of the heart of the initiation process coming to know our God of love and deepening relationship with him in and through the Church. In baptism we are baptized into this Trinitarian relationship and are commissioned to become part of the divine dance, a network of relationships that exudes love, mercy, and justice. The octagonal shape of the font points to new life, a new order, the day of creation (the eighth day, the perfect day), and the day of Christ's resurrection. Hints of flowing water surround the baptismal shape, an indication of the redemption those elected by God will receive at Easter.

9781616718299 | Hardcover | 9 x 12 | 128 pages | Language: English

Use these forty color-coded, self-adhesive tabs to mark the major divisions and rites found in the newly translated English and Spanish Order of Christian Initiation of Adults approved for use in the diocesed of the United States. The tabs are bilingual in English and Spanish.

These self-adhesive, die-stamped tabs require no cutting or inserting and are easy to attach to pages of the OCIA. Just peel off, then press and stick. Detailed instructions are provided inside the package.

The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) is the Church’s ritual for welcoming and forming adults and children of catechetical age in the way of Jesus as it is lived in the Roman Catholic tradition. In this resource, Fr. Ronald J. Lewinksi provides a basic and thorough introduction to the Church’s vision for the process of Christian initiation, guiding initiation ministers through the various rituals and steps of the OCIA through the lens of conversion, evangelization, and discipleship. This book is an excellent resource for new and experienced initiation ministers as well as for those who seek a deeper understanding of how the Church welcomes and initiates adult Catholic Christians. This revised edition has been updated to reflect the new translation of the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults.

9781616717360 | Paperback | 6 x 9 | 112 pages | Language: English

New edition available January 2026. This version is good through December 31st, 2025.

Pastoral Care of The Sick (Pocket Edition). Rites of Anointing and Viaticum. Handy pocket-size edition of the complete Rite for personal use. Contains all the features of the large-size edition, plus handy edge-marking index. Size 4 X 6 1/4. Green vinyl cover.

Communion of the Sick contains—in a portable and easy-to-follow format—the official rites needed by every extraordinary minister of Communion in visiting and bringing Communion to the sick. Sick or confined persons will also benefit from having this book for their prayer. This classic resource has been revised in accordance with Holy Communion and Worship of the Eucharistic Mystery outside Mass.

Details: 56 pgs, 4 x 7
Publication Date: 09/15/2024

A valuable service booklet for Extraordinary Ministers, the text is set both in English and Spanish. Includes all appropriate readings as well as a series of beneficial pastoral instructions and guidelines. Commentary, history, and appendices are written by the renowned Rev. Joseph M. Champlin. Printed in large type and in two colors. Size 4 3/8 X 6 3/4. Green paperback cover.

This Clothbound Ritual Edition includes the enhanced features that celebrants have come to know and trust from Catholic Book Publishing:

• Large, bold, legible type for Priests, Deacons, and ministers text
• Familiar, proven layout that respects functional page-turns
• Illustrations in two colors that enhance the sacredness and dignity of the text
• Specially produced acid-neutral cream paper from established, quality mills that ensures a high level of opacity and consistency of the highest degree
• Doubly-reinforced Smyth sewing, coupled with heavy-duty binders board that ensure strength, durability, and longevity
• Two satin ribbon page markers that are designed not to fray and are enhanced by our patented insert system

• Size:7 1/4 X 10 1/4
• Color:BROWN
• Binding:HARDCOVER

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. Itincludes the sought-after features of the Ritual Edition, those that celebrants have come to know, trust, and expect from Catholic Book Publishing:

• Bold, highly readable type for Priests, Deacons, and ministers text
• Familiar, proven layout that respects functional page-turns
• Illustrations in two colors that enhance the sacredness and dignity of the text
• Specially produced acid-neutral cream paper from established, quality mills that ensures a high level of opacity and consistency of the highest degree
• Doubly-reinforced Smyth sewing to help ensure strength, durability, and longevity
• Two satin ribbon page markers that are designed not to fray and are enhanced by our patented insert system

• Size:4 X 6 1/4
• Color:BROWN
• Binding:IMITATION LEATHER

This liturgical book contains the blessings of the Roman Ritual for the Universal Church as well as additional proper blessings for use in the United States. The volume is set in highly readable 14 pt. type. Size 7 1/4 X 10 1/4. Brown cloth hardcover.