This abbreviated, handy-sized edition of the larger Book of Blessings includes only the blessings that are celebrated outside Mass. It also 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 bound in gold-stamped black bonded leather.

This bilingual text includes rites for the following: Confirmation within Mass, Confirmation outside Mass, and Confirmation for a Person in Danger of Death. Also included are Confirmation prayers from the Roman Missal and lists of appropriate lectionary readings to accompany the rites.

The companion book for the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults, beautifully and sturdily bound in a gold and red cloth cover. Each page offers ample space for the name of the Elect and their godparents (if desired). Printed and illustrated in two colors, this book also features gilded page edges and a ribbon marker.

This beautifully bound volume is designed for parishioners to record and honor the names of their dead. Featuring a gold-embossed cover and inscribed with poetic quotes from the Order of Christian Funerals, this book contains sufficient pages to receive names for many years.

This ceremonial volume provides 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, printed in two colors to separate text from rubrics. A valuable reference work for bishops, diocesan liturgical offices, and seminary libraries.

The rituals covered in this volume implore God’s blessing on the oils to be used for the sacramental blessings of the Church, including the optional chant forms of these prayers. This book is intended for use at the Chrism Mass, where the bishop consecrates the sacred “Chrism of salvation” and blesses the holy oils for use at Baptism, Confirmation, and the Anointing of the Sick. A vital book for any bishop’s collection, as well as an important addition to a diocesan office, seminary, or theological library. Features a royal red bonded leather hardcover with gold foil cover art, natural white paper, and easy-to-read text.

A complete ceremonial manual for the celebration of the Eucharist and the Liturgy of the Hours. Faithful to the renewal of worship authorized by the Second Vatican Council, Ceremonies combines precise guidance to these rites with a pastoral and spiritual approach. A high ideal of noble Catholic worship is consistently maintained, respecting the "continuity of our tradition." Ceremonies sets out the liturgical duties of bishops, priests and deacons, acolytes and servers, lectors and eucharistic ministers, making it invaluable for clergy, seminarians, and all who teach or study the liturgy. The book also includes a wide range of guidance on such useful themes as: vessels and vestments, how to carry out ceremonial actions, the deacon, ministering the Eucharist to the sick, children's liturgy, Eucharistic adoration, Eucharistic processions, celebrating vespers in a parish, eucharistic ministries and the laity, and the location of the tabernacle.

 Engagement is a joyful time in the life of a couple 5 1/2" x 8 1/4". As they begin this exciting journey together and prepare to get married in the Catholic Church, they will have many questions. This booklet will help couples get started. A Guide to Catholic Weddings: Q&A for Couples provides the answers to common questions engaged couples have about the Catholic Church and the wedding ceremony. It is the perfect resource to use together and will help answer questions related to:

Where and when a wedding can be scheduled

• Responsibilities for wedding preparations

• Church rules and requirements

• How to prepare the ceremony

• Scripture and Holy Communion

• Involvement of family, friends, and the wedding party

• Cultural customs and traditions

• Music, flowers, photography, and dress

Parish staffs will also find this resource helpful to becoming more familiar with the legislation of the Church concerning Catholic weddings. It provides the pastoral language necessary to respond to couples when they approach staff members with specific questions and needs. This resource is essential for creating a welcoming environment where couples and pastoral staff members can dialogue freely and compassionately.

An insightful catechesis on the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist, based on the methodology presented in Sacramentum Caritatis. Examining each of the rites' Old Testament foundations, liturgical history, and sacramental theology, this book explores the connection between the Sacraments of initiation and daily Christian Life.