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Roman Missal Chapel 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. 7"x 8.75" Red cloth hardcover with altar on the cover.

Roman Missal Altar Edition by Liturgical Press. Presenting the third edition of the Roman Missal produced with the beauty, quality, and affordability expected of Liturgical Press. The full-sized Ritual Edition of the Roman Missal features: A rich, durable deep-red cloth cover with Christ on the front, and foil stamped in gold and copper; interior adorned with fifteen beautiful illustrations by renowned liturgical illustrator and cover artist Br. Martin Erspamer, OSB. Prayer texts set in readable, easy-to-read proclaim type; Five sturdy grosgrain ribbon bookmarks and a full complement of beautiful tabs. 8.5"x11" Printed in the USA.

Roman Missal Altar Edition by Magnificat. An exquisitely crafted volume, very practical and with reinforced binding. Elegantly laid out in typescript that is both beautiful and extremely readable. More than 130 reproductions of sacred art paintings, drawings, woodcuts and engravings. A work of art in itself that answers Pope Benedict XVI's wishes to pray in beauty: "Beauty is not mere decoration, but rather an essential element of the liturgical action, since it is an attribute of God himself and his revelation." 8.7" x 11.4" x  2.5" Red Spanish leather with Alpha & Omega on the cover.

Published in 2011

Paper

• 1312 pages in Primalux Ivory Bible paper (60 gsm)
• 192 pages in reinforced Favini Ivory paper (120 gsm) for the Order of Mass
• 64 pages in Satin Fedrigoni paper for full-color art reproductions
• Double-gilded pages (gold on a red carmine primer)
• Black and liturgical red text throughout

Binding

• Cardinal red cover made of Spanish leather
• Gold-embossed foil stamp on the cover and spine, representing the Eucharistic Christ
• Hand-made cloth-joint end sheets, with regal red and gold marbled finish
• Smyth sewn and bound, with double-layer lining (Rosso Scuro endsheet lining, Tasmania ivory lining for interior binding)
• Custom-made spine, reinforced with durable Kraft paper for inside cover

Ribbon Markers and Tabs

• 5 satin ribbon markers (1/3 in. wide x 18 in. long) of different colors (purple, red, green, blue, and white)
• 24 leather tabs (14 gold-stamped and 10 blank ones), 8 already affixed

Illustrations

• Carefully selected masterpieces of sacred art inform the Missal with a rich mystagogy of the Catholic faith through the centuries. These stunning works of art adorn the beginning of each section of the Missal and mark all the solemnities and major feast days celebrated during the liturgical year.
• 64 pages of four-color artwork
• More than 80 full-page one-color drawings, engravings, and woodcuts

Roman Missal 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 cloth hardcover with Cross on the cover.

Published in 2021

Excerpts from the Roman Missal(also known informally as the "Book of the Chair") represents a worthy and welcome solution to a commonly voiced concern:The Roman Missalis a large and heavy book, difficult for altar servers (who are often children) to hold for the celebrant and to carry around the sanctuary. Developed by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops and approved by the Vatican,Excerptsincludes only those texts of theMissalthat are used by the celebrant at the chair. The resulting volume is approximately half the size of the fullMissal.

The large Clothbound Edition includes all the enhanced features thatcelebrants have come to know and trust from Catholic Book Publishing:Large, easy-to-read type; printed and doubly reinforced end papers;durable, functional tabs; a sturdy, Roxite cover; and satin ribbon markersthat add an elegant finishing touch. Specially produced acid-neutralcream paper from established, quality mills ensures the highest opacityavailable in the world and consistency of the highest degree, withoutadding unnecessary bulk and weight. Size 8-1/2" x 11"

Weight: 4.0 lbs

Excerpts from the Roman Missal(also known informally as the "Book of the Chair") represents a worthy and welcome solution to a commonly voiced concern:The Roman Missalis a large and heavy book, difficult for altar servers (who are often children) to hold for the celebrant and to carry around the sanctuary. Developed by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops and approved by the Vatican,Excerptsincludes only those texts of theMissalthat are used by the celebrant at the chair. The resulting volume is approximately half the size of the fullMissal.

The Deluxe Genuine Leather Edition is hand-bound by mastercraftsmen, using hand-selected two-tone leather cut from specially tannedhides of impeccable quality. The two-color stamped cover andgold stamped spine add a distinctive beauty, while the luxurious Chevoendsheets enhance the edition s artistry. Stain under gilded pages addsopulence while providing protection from dust and humidity. Gift boxed. Size 8-1/2" x 11"

Weight: 4.0 lbs

Excerpts from the Roman Missal (also known informally as the "Book of the Chair") represents a worthy and welcome solution to a commonly voiced concern: The Roman Missal is a large and heavy book, difficult for altar servers (who are often children) to hold for the celebrant and to carry around the sanctuary. Developed by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops and approved by the Vatican, Excerpts includes only those texts of the Missal that are used by the celebrant at the chair. The resulting volume is approximately half the size of the full Missal.

The Liturgical Press edition of Excerpts is published with the same high quality and standards as our Roman Missal. It features:

• a rich, durable, deep-red cloth cover embellished with Christ enthroned, rendered in a distinguished, bold style and foil stamped in gold and silver;
• beautiful illustrations by renowned liturgical artist, Br. Martin Erspamer, OSB;
• prayer texts set in readable, easy-to-proclaim type on natural ivory quality paper;
• three sturdy grosgrain ribbon bookmarks to enhance ease-of-use by celebrants;
• gilded page edges that further esteem the text visually.

Publication Date: 02/01/2012

Publication Date: 12/01/2011

Subtitle: Classic Edition 

PRODUCT DETAILS
ISBN: 9780814645130
Details: 168 pgs , 8 1/2 x 11 
Publication Date: 04/03/2017

The Classic Edition is a popular choice among Lectionary users. Its convenient size and full list of features fit a variety of needs.

Special features of this edition:

• single-column format throughout
• highly readable 13 pt. Cheltenham bold type
• fine, buff-colored paper
• two-color printing to separate rubrics from text
• readings arranged to avoid page turns
• additional space between lines for enhanced legibility
• all readings set in sense lines
• New American Bible translation

Subtitle: Volume II: Proper of Seasons for Weekdays, Year I; Proper of Saints; Common of Saints

PRODUCT DETAILS
ISBN: 9780814628836
Details: 2048 pgs , 8 1/2 x 11 
Publication Date: 02/01/2002

The Classic Edition is a popular choice among Lectionary users. Its convenient size and full list of features fit a variety of needs.

Special features of this edition:

• single-column format throughout
• highly readable 13 pt. Cheltenham bold type
• fine, buff-colored paper
• two-color printing to separate rubrics from text
• readings arranged to avoid page turns
• additional space between lines for enhanced legibility
• all readings set in sense lines
• New American Bible translation

Subtitle: Volume IV: Common of Saints, Ritual Masses, Masses for Various Needs and Occasions, Votive Masses, and Masses for the Dead

PRODUCT DETAILS
ISBN: 9780814628805
Details: 1328 pgs , 8 1/2 x 11 
Publication Date: 02/01/2002

The Classic Edition is a popular choice among Lectionary users. Its convenient size and full list of features fit a variety of needs.

Special features of this edition:

• single-column format throughout
• highly readable 13 pt. Cheltenham bold type
• fine, buff-colored paper
• two-color printing to separate rubrics from text
• readings arranged to avoid page turns
• additional space between lines for enhanced legibility
• all readings set in sense lines
• New American Bible translation

Subtitle: Volume III: Proper of Seasons for Weekdays, Year II; Proper of Saints; Common of Saints

PRODUCT DETAILS
ISBN: 9780814628805
Details: 1328 pgs , 8 1/2 x 11 
Publication Date: 02/01/2002

The Classic Edition is a popular choice among Lectionary users. Its convenient size and full list of features fit a variety of needs.

Special features of this edition:

• single-column format throughout
• highly readable 13 pt. Cheltenham bold type
• fine, buff-colored paper
• two-color printing to separate rubrics from text
• readings arranged to avoid page turns
• additional space between lines for enhanced legibility
• all readings set in sense lines
• New American Bible translation

Subtitle: Volume II: Proper of Seasons for Weekdays, Year I; Proper of Saints; Common of Saints

The Chapel Edition is a popular choice among Lectionary users. Its convenient size and full list of features fit a variety of needs.

• single-column format throughout
• highly readable 11 pt. Cheltenham bold type
• fine, buff-colored paper
• two-color printing to separate rubrics from text
• readings arranged to avoid page turns
• additional space between lines for enhanced legibility
• all readings set in sense lines
• New American Bible translation

Subtitle: Volume IV: Common of Saints, Ritual Masses, Masses for Various Needs and Occasions, Votive Masses, and Masses for the Dead

PRODUCT DETAILS
ISBN: 9780814628829
Details: 1328 pgs , 7 x 9 
Publication Date: 02/01/2002

The Chapel Edition is a popular choice among Lectionary users. Its convenient size and full list of features fit a variety of needs.

Special features of this edition:

• single-column format throughout
• highly readable 11 pt. Cheltenham bold type
• fine, buff-colored paper
• two-color printing to separate rubrics from text
• readings arranged to avoid page turns
• additional space between lines for enhanced legibility
• all readings set in sense lines
• New American Bible translation

Subtitle: Volume III: Proper of Seasons for Weekdays, Year II; Proper of Saints; Common of Saints

PRODUCT DETAILS
ISBN: 9780814628812
Details: 2016 pgs , 7 x 9 
Publication Date: 02/01/2002

The Chapel Edition contains all the features of the Classic Edition, but in a new, smaller size.

Special features of this edition:

• gold-stamped front, back, and spine
• hardcover
• ribbon marker
• all Sunday texts in one volume
• tint-edged
• Paper: 45 lb. Glatfelter Offset, machine finish
• Type style: Cheltenham bold, 11 pt. type
• New American Bible translation

PRODUCT DETAILS
ISBN: 9780814625323
Details: 1260 pgs , 7 x 9 
Publication Date: 09/01/1998

Approved English translation of this liturgical book for the United States that went into use on November 29, 1998. Formatted to make it as pastoral, practicable, and functional as possible. Cycles A, B, and C are included in one volume.  Red imitation leather cover.

Special Features:

• 14 pt. Type
• Sense-Line Format
• Printed in Two Colors
• Includes Ribbon Markers
• Durable, Attractive Binding
• Magnificently Illustrated
• Stained Edges.
• Size 8 1/2 x 11 1/2".

Includes Common of Saints, Ritual Masses, Masses for Various Needs, Votive Masses and Masses for the Dead. The careful arrangement of text makes this volume a Size 8 1/2 X 11. Brown cloth cover. Special Features: Large, Easy-to-Read 13 pt. Type. Attractive Format. Each Weekday Reading has its own section so that all readings are visible to the reader at all times. Magnificently Illustrated. 2 Ribbon Markers. Durable, Gold Stamped Binding. Companion Book to the Sunday Lectionary.

Includes Proper of Seasons for Weekdays, Year I, Proper of Saints and Common of Saints. The careful arrangement of text makes this volume a liturgical resource that is pastoral, practicable, and functional. Size 8 1/2 X 11. Green cloth cover. Special Features: Large, Easy-to-Read 13 pt. Type. Attractive Format. Each Weekday Reading has its own section so that all readings are visible to the reader at all times. Magnificently Illustrated. 2 Ribbon Markers. Durable, Gold Stamped Binding. Companion Book to the Sunday Lectionary.

Includes Proper of Seasons for Weekdays, Year II, Proper of Saints and Common of Saints. The careful arrangement of text makes this volume a liturgical resource that is pastoral, practicable, and functional. Size 8 1/2 X 11. Burgundy cloth cover. Special Features: Large, Easy-to-Read 13 pt. Type. Attractive Format. Each Weekday Reading has its own section so that all readings are visible to the reader at all times. Magnificently Illustrated. 2 Ribbon Markers. Durable, Gold Stamped Binding. Companion Book to the Sunday Lectionary.

The complete three-volume set of the Pulpit Edition of the Weekday Lectionary FOR MASS. Special Features: Large, Easy-to-Read 13 pt. Type. Attractive Format. Each Weekday Reading has its own section so that all readings are visible to the reader at all times. Magnificently Illustrated. 2 Ribbon Markers. Durable, Gold Stamped Binding. Companion Book to the Sunday Lectionary.

Includes Proper of Seasons for Weekdays, Year I, Proper of Saints and Common of Saints. The careful arrangement of text makes this volume a liturgical resource that is pastoral, practicable, and functional. Size 6 3/4 X 8 3/4. Green cloth cover. Special Features: Large, Easy-to-Read 13 pt. Type. Attractive Format. Each Weekday Reading has its own section so that all readings are visible to the reader at all times. Magnificently Illustrated. 2 Ribbon Markers. Durable, Gold Stamped Binding. Companion Book to the Sunday Lectionary.

Includes Proper of Seasons for Weekdays, Year II, Proper of Saints and Common of Saints. The careful arrangement of text makes this volume a liturgical resource that is pastoral, practicable, and functional. Size 6 3/4 X 8 3/4. Burgundy cloth cover. Special Features: Large, Easy-to-Read 13 pt. Type. Attractive Format. Each Weekday Reading has its own section so that all readings are visible to the reader at all times. Magnificently Illustrated. 2 Ribbon Markers. Durable, Gold Stamped Binding. Companion Book to the Sunday Lectionary.

Includes Common of Saints, Ritual Masses, Masses for Various Needs, Votive Masses and Masses for the Dead. The careful arrangement of text makes this volume a Size 6 3/4 X 8 3/4 . Brown cloth cover. Special Features: Large, Easy-to-Read 13 pt. Type. Attractive Format. Each Weekday Reading has its own section so that all readings are visible to the reader at all times. Magnificently Illustrated. 2 Ribbon Markers. Durable, Gold Stamped Binding. Companion Book to the Sunday Lectionary.

Approved English translation of this liturgical book for the United States that went into use on November 29, 1998. Formatted to make it as pastoral, practicable, and functional as possible. Cycles A, B, and C are included in one volume. Red leather bound.

Special Features:

• Sense-Line Format
• Printed in Two Colors
• Includes Ribbon Markers
• Durable, Attractive Binding
• Magnificently Illustrated
• Gilded Edges
• Size 8 1/2" x 12"
• 14 p.t Type

Approved English translation of this liturgical book for the United States that went into use on November 29, 1998. Formatted to make it as pastoral, practicable, and functional as possible. Text for Cycle B only. Size 9 7/16 X 12 5/8. Red imitation leather cover. Special Features: 16 pt. Type. Sense-Line Format. Printed in Two Colors. Includes Ribbon Markers. Durable, Attractive Binding. Magnificently Illustrated.

Approved English translation of this liturgical book for the United States that went into use on November 29, 1998. Formatted to make it as pastoral, practicable, and functional as possible. Text for Cycle A only. Size 9 7/16 X 12 5/8. Red imitation leather cover. Special Features: 16 pt. Type. Sense-Line Format. Printed in Two Colors. Includes Ribbon Markers. Durable, Attractive Binding. Magnificently Illustrated.