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Readings for Sundays, feasts, and solemnities for each year are offered in the revised New American Bible translation, with foil-stamped covers, original art, one ribbon marker, and a dedication page. Approved for use in the United States.

The proclaimed text is set in 14 pt. Goudy. The product dimensions are 9 5/8 inches by 12 inches

Hardcover

508 Pages

Ponder: Contemplative Bible Study accompanies all hearers and preachers of the Word as they pray with and ponder the Sunday readings throughout the liturgical year. Everything needed for a rich experience of lectio divina and biblical exploration is provided: the full text of the Sunday readings, concise commentary, engaging reflections, and clear guidance on how to use this resource alone or with a group. 

Available to purchase separately by year or as a set!

Hand sewn hardcover archival registers printed on acid free archival paper that with proper care will last indefinitely. Acid free paper is resistant to water damage and has high light fastness, this allows the pages to resist fading from exposure to sunlight over time.

The standard edition has 100 pages, 2,500 entries, 25 to a page. Regular 9"x14" size. Remey Permalife ledger, with index. Bound in green Spanish grain sides, red sturdiflex corners & back. Gold titled and tooled cover.

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 book is presented to the bishop at Rite of Election, which typically happens on the First Sunday of Lent. Quotations from the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults are beautifully inscribed in English on the pages of this book. Lines on which the elect can sign their names are included on each page.

This book also includes a product supplement page that explains the tradition(s) associated with the book, important theological concepts surrounding its use, and other important information. Users will receive access to an online PDF of this document for use as a bulletin insert or as a catechetical aid.

978-1-56854-795-4 | Hardcover | 9 x 12 | 128 pages | Language: English

This study edition contains the following: Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults, Baptism of Children, Reception of Baptized Christian, Confirmation, Penance, Holy Communion and Worship of the Eucharist outside Mass, Marriage, Pastoral Care of the Sick: Rites of Anointing and Viaticum, and the Order of Christian Funerals.

Third Edition

ISBN: 9780814660157
Details: 1118 pgs , 6 x 9
Publication Date: 01/01/1990

This study edition contains the officially approved texts and rubrics for the following: Institutions of Readers and Acolytes; Ordination of Deacons, Priests, and Bishops; Rite of Religious Profession; Blessing of Persons: Abbot, Abbess; Consecrating to a Life of Virginity; Rite of Commissioning Special Ministers of Holy Communion; Dedication of a Church and Altar. Appendices include: Reception of the Bishop in the Cathedral Church, Blessing of Pontifical Insignia, the Rite of the Blessing of Oils, the Rite of Consecrating the Chrism, Crowning of the Image of the Blessed Virgin.

Subtitle: Second Edition

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ISBN: 9780814660379
Details: 496 pgs , 6 x 9 
Publication Date: 01/01/1980

Rite for the Blessing of a Child in the Womb/Rito de Benedicion de una Criatura en el Vientre Materno Bilingual. This parish resource is crafted to encourage parish prayers for the precious gift of the child in the womb and to foster respect for human life within society. The rite may be offered within the context of the Mass or outside of Mass. "We hope the use of this blessing will provide not only support and God's blessing for expectant parents and their child in the womb, but also another effective witness to the sanctity of human life from the first moment of conception"-Archbishop Gregory M. Aymond. Now available for use by dioceses in the United States. Paperback. 52 pgs.

Liturgical Press is proud to present The Order of Celebrating Matrimony, Second Edition, produced with the beauty, quality, and affordability our customers have come to expect. Order of Marriage

This volume features:

• an elegant, durable, and wipe-clean cover with a simple image that expresses the rich meaning of the sacrament, stamped in gold and silver;
• prayer texts set in easy-to-read, two-color type on natural, high-quality paper;
• two sturdy ribbon bookmarks;
• silver-gilded page edges that further esteem the text visually.

Details: 136 pgs, 7 1/4 x 10 1/2 Hardcover

Publication Date: 08/16/2016

This Ritual Edition is available now!

Its first-use date is February 2, 2020. Its use is obligatory as of April 12, 2020.

A handsomely bound, gold and silver-stamped book, The Order of Baptism of Children, Second Edition, contains the texts for the new, revised order plus the optional rtes including the Order of Baptism within Mass. It features the official ritual for several children and one child; parts clearly marked for the celebrant, parents, and godparents; an explanation of the sacrament; and appropriate Scripture readings.

The second edition contains large, easy-to-read type and is printed in two colors to help distinguish the parts for the celebrant, parents, and godparents. Three elegant ribbon markers assure easy use.

Second Edition

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ISBN: 9780814665091

Details: 192 pgs , 7 1/4 x 10 1/2

This Ritual Edition is available now!

Its first-use date is February 2, 2020. Its use is obligatory as of April 12, 2020.

A handsomely bound, gold and silver-stamped book, The Order of Baptism of Children, Second Edition contains the texts for the new, revised order plus the optional rites including the Order of Baptism within Mass. It features the official ritual for several children and one child; parts clearly marked for the celebrant, parents, and godparents; an explanation of the sacrament; and appropriate Scripture readings.

The second edition contains large, easy-to-read type and is printed in two colors to help distinguish the parts for the celebrant, parents, and godparents. Three elegant ribbon markers assure easy use.

Un libro bellamente encuadernado, con sellos de oro y plata, la segunda edición contiene los textos para el nuevo orden revisado de bautismo más los Ritos opcionales, incluido el Bautismo durante la Misa. Presenta el ritual oficial para varios nios y un nio; partes claramente marcadas para el celebrante, los padres y los padrinos; una explicaci ión del sacramento; y lecturas bíblicas apropiadas.

La Segunda Edición contiene una tipografía grande y fácil de leer y está impresa en dos colores para ayudar a distinguir las partes para el celebrante, los padres y los padrinos. Tres elegantes marcadores de cinta aseguran un uso fácil.

Bilingual Edition/Edición Bilingüe

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ISBN: 9780814665343

Details: 384 pgs , 7 1/4 x 10 1/2

The revision of this Ritual Edition, the English translation according to the Second Typical Edition, is divided into seven chapters

• Order of Baptism for Several Children
• Order of Baptism for One Child
• Order of Baptism for a Large Number of Children
• Order of Baptism of Children to Be Used by Catechists in the Absence of a Priest or Deacon
• Order of Baptism of Children in Danger of Death, or at the Point of Death, to Be Used in the Absence of a Priest or Deacon
• Order of Bringing a Baptized Child to the Church
• Various Texts for Use in the Celebration of Baptism for Children.

This volume also includes an Appendix not found in the original edition that is provided to assist Priests who wish to celebrate the Order of Baptism for Several Children within Mass or to celebrate the Order of Baptism for One Child within Mass. In addition, this edition incorporates changes in accord with the Third Typical Edition of The Roman Missal and the Abbey Psalms and Canticles (formerly The Revised Grail Psalms).

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.

The revision of this Ritual Edition, the English translation according to the Second Typical Edition, is divided into seven chapters: Order of Baptism for Several Children; Order of Baptism for One Child; Order of Baptism for a Large Number of Children; Order of Baptism of Children to Be Used by Catechists in the Absence of a Priest or Deacon; Order of Baptism of Children in Danger of Death, or at the Point of Death, to Be Used in the Absence of a Priest or Deacon; Order of Bringing a Baptized Child to the Church; and Various Texts for Use in the Celebration of Baptism for Children. This volume also includes an Appendix not found in the original edition that is provided to assist Priests who wish to celebrate the Order of Baptism for Several Children within Mass or to celebrate the Order of Baptism for One Child within Mass. In addition, this edition incorporates changes in accord with the Third Typical Edition of The Roman Missal and the Abbey Psalms and Canticles (formerly The Revised Grail Psalms).

Billingual Illuminated Edition For Multiple Voices

Enhance the beauty and meaning of your community's Holy Week services with this magnificent new illuminated ritual book. Proclaim the gospels for Palm Sunday and Good Friday in English, Spanish, or both: the Spanish text appears on the left page, and the English text on the right page. Richly illustrated by Charles Rohrbacher with over thirty full-color images, this handsome hardcover book contains the "voiced" gospel versions in large, readable type.

Illuminated by Charles Rohrbacher

Details: 104 pgs, 10.5 x 14 Hardcover

Publication Date: 12/09/2013

"Exult, let them exult, the hosts of heaven, exult, let Angel ministers of God exult, let the trumpet of salvation sound aloud our mighty King's triumph! Be glad, let earth be glad, as glory floods her, ablaze with light from her eternal King, let all corners of the earth be glad, knowing an end to gloom and darkness."

The Easter Proclamation, or Exsultet, is the triumphant hymn of praise that proclaims "Christ is Risen!" during the Easter Vigil in the Roman Rite. This sacramental moment, which makes present the promise and joy of the great feast of Easter, can be further enhanced by a unique new ritual book: The Easter Proclamation. This lavishly illuminated volume offers the chant found in the revised edition of the Roman Missal augmented with magnificent illustrations. Artist Charles Rohrbacher, deacon of the Diocese of Juneau, has written icons that depict the text of the Exsultet. A decorative cover with gold stamping is ideally suited to be carried in procession as well as to be enthroned following the Easter Vigil.

Author: Charles Rohrbacher

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ISBN: 9780814633649
Details: 24 pgs , 10 1/2 x 14 
Publication Date: 01/01/2012

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.

This abridged edition of the Book of Blessings has been prepared for use when blessings are celebrated outside Mass or outside of the church. (Rites of blessing during Mass and those celebrated in the church have been omitted.) The numbering for blessings in this edition varies from the unabridged, but blessings remain essentially in the same order.

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ISBN: 9780814620892
Details: 640 pgs , 4 1/4 x 6 3/4 
Publication Date: 08/01/1990

The Shorter Book of Blessings from Catholic Book Publishing 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 from Catholic Book Publishing 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 gold-stamped bonded leather. - Size: 4 3/8 X 6 3/4 - Binding: BONDED LEATHER - Pages:576

The reform of liturgical rites ordered by the Second Vatican Council necessitated a revision of the Caeremoniale Episcoporum, published in 1886. The objective of this ceremonial is to provide a liturgy for bishops that will stand as a model for all other celebrations.

The eight divisions of the book cover everything from the Mass through liturgical celebrations in connection with the government of a diocese. This is a valued reference for bishops, masters of ceremonies, diocesan liturgical offices, seminary libraries, etc. Two-color printing to separate text from rubrics.

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ISBN: 9780814618189
Details: 340 pgs , 6 1/4 x 9 1/4 
Publication Date: 09/01/1989

Ever since the early days of the church, bereaved families and close friends have gathered together at the death of a Christian. Prayers and rituals bring comfort and consolation for those who are grieving. Planning the Catholic Funeral clearly and carefully takes the bereaved through the significant moments in the ritual for funerals by providing an overview of the funeral, as well as space to write down decisions while going through the planning process. This planning guide, written in accordance with the Order of Christian Funerals, is a valuable tool at the time of the funeral, whether the death was unexpected or planned for in advance.

Planning the Catholic Funeral is an important tool for the pastoral staff, lectors, musicians, and those who assist grieving family and friends to effectively plan ministries that celebrate the death of a Christian in a meaningful and loving way. With this book, a difficult and often confusing time is transformed into a time of pastoral liturgical care for the bereaved. Planning the Catholic Funeral allows those who are grieving, as well as those who are assisting them, to appreciate the funeral as a journey taken with the parish community.

Chapters in Planning the Catholic Funeral are Funeral Home and Parish, The Body, Scheduling the Main Funeral Liturgy, Scheduling the Funeral Vigil(Formerly 'the Wake), Visitation, Leaders/Presiders, The Funeral Vigil (with Possible Reception of the Body, Paul Bearers, Placing of the Pall, Placing of Christian Symbols, Altar Server(s), Lector(s), Selection of Scripture Readings, Homily, General Intercessions, Preparation of the Gifts, Ministers of Holy Communion, Music, Remembrance of the Deceased, The Rite of Committal, Memorabilia, Refreshment, Gathering in the Presence of the Body, Transfer of the Body to the Church or to the Place of Committal. Also includes a conclusion and appendices.

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ISBN: 978-0-8146-1524-9, 1524

Details: 48 pgs , 7 x 10 

Author: Terence P. Curley

Publication Date: 07/01/2005

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 title page there are two thin lines. These may be used to inscribe (perhaps in calligraphy) the name of your parish and the years when this book was used to record names. There are also lines on the pages themselves on which parishioners may write the names of their loved ones. Beautifully inscribed on these pages are English quotations from the Order of Christian Funerals. These poetic texts may be a source of inspiration and comfort during times of grief.

Used on All Souls Day.

Dimensions: 9" x' 12"

Details: 1504 pgs, 6 x 9 Paperback

Publication Date: 11/01/2012

Roman Missal Value Edition by World Library Publications. This edition has received special permission from the Vatican to include treasured art from the Vatican Apostolic library in our striking new editions of the new English translation of the Mass. Features large, legible type for ease of reading and proclaiming the texts, even in low light! WLP's Value Edition provides the same interior features of the Deluxe Edition. This volume is case bound in bonded leather, with a lightly simpler cover design that maintains the nobility of the Deluxe Edition. Added feature: World Library Publications' award-winning music engravers have set all the chants in the Missal in a clean, easy-to-chant style that respects the sense of the text and helps celebrants to sing them more effortlessly and effectively.

Roman Missal Ritual Edition by Liturgy Training Publications. Presenting the Third edition of the Roman Missal. Liturgy Training Publications preserves its commitment to quality of design and materials while ensuring affordability. Features: gold foil stamp cover design, cover and binding materials have been chosen for beauty and durability, binding of the highest quality. Theologically rich image, ribbons and tabs. 8.5"x11". Red hard cover with gold stamped cross.

Roman Missal Regal Edition by Liturgy Training Publications. Presenting the Third edition of the Roman Missal. Liturgy Training Publications preserves its commitment to quality of design and materials while ensuring affordability. Features: gold foil stamp cover design, cover and binding materials have been chosen for beauty and durability, binding of the highest quality. Theologically rich image, ribbons and tabs. 8.5"x11". Genuine Leather with gold stamped Christ.

Roman Missal Leather Altar Edition by Catholic Book Publishing. Presenting the third edition of the Roman Missal which includes the enhanced features that celebrants have come to know and trust from Catholic Book Publishing: large, easy-to-read type, printed and reinforced end papers, durable binding, sturdy, functional tabs for the Ordinary of the Mass, and satin ribbon markers. Full-color illustrations throughout. 8.5"x11". Red genuine leather with Alpha/Omega on the cover.

Roman Missal Deluxe Edition by World Library Publication. This edition has received special permission from the Vatican to include treasured art from the Vatican Apostolic Library in our striking new editions of the new English translation of the Mass. The cover of the 9 x 12 Deluxe Edition is constructed of durable, dark red genuine leather. The artwork, depicting a host and chalice, is foil-stamped in gold and green and surrounded by engraved Florentine-inspired scrollwork. The page edges are gilded in gold. Text throughout the book is two colors (black and deep red) on eye-pleasing, natural parchment-colored paper. The type is large and legible, for ease of reading and proclaiming the texts, even in low light. High-quality ribbons and sturdy genuine leather tabs accent the book, providing you with excellent placeholders. Added feature: World Library Publications' award-winning music engravers have set all the chants in the Missal in a clean, easy-to-chant style that respects the sense of the text and helps celebrants to sing them more effortlessly and effectively.

Roman Missal Chapel Edition by Liturgy Training Publications. Presenting the Third edition of the Roman Missal. Liturgy Training Publications preserves its commitment to quality of design and materials while ensuring affordability. Features: gold foil stamp cover design, cover and binding materials have been chosen for beauty and durability, binding of the highest quality. Theologically rich image, ribbons and tabs. 7"x9" Red hard cover with gold stamped cross.