The Beauty Of The Mass

An in-depth dive through every aspect of the Holy Mass

As Catholics, the Mass is the center of our Faith. We celebrate it every day. We know all the responses. We know all the gestures. But do we know what it all means? In A Biblical Walk Through the Mass, Dr. Edward Sri takes us on a unique tour of the Liturgy. Based on the revised translation of the Mass, this book explores the biblical roots of the words and gestures we experience in the Liturgy and explains their profound significance. This intriguing look at the Mass is sure to renew your faith and deepen your devotion to the Eucharist. This book is used as the text for A Biblical Walk Through the Mass Study Program, but it may also be purchased separately at steep bulk discounts. For those not able to attend a study, this is a perfect resource for catechesis on the deep riches of the Mass.

On the day of a royal wedding in a kingdom where everyone has grown careless in the practice of their Catholic faith, a poor widow helps reveal the true value of the Mass.

The Catholic Mass, a Sacrament of the Catholic Church, is celebrated daily throughout the world. Whatever words used to describe it - as a celebration, as worship, as a communion service, as an obligation, this is an event which has been handed down through the centuries with a spectrum of different meanings according to peoples and cultures. But one essential feature that almost anyone would agree to: the Mass is truly beautiful in a myriad of ways, describable in words, sometimes. Here's a book authored by a priest who has opened the minds and hearts of both cradle Catholics and converts alike. They wanted to share their thoughts to encourage others to read this book: see Part 1. In Part 2, Father Timothy Barr provides his 47 Reflections on the Liturgy, thoughts he believes will enlighten the appreciation of anyone who hungers and thirsts for a deeper meaning of worship. When asked to introduce this book further to the reader, Fr. Barr said: "The beauty of the Mass is revealed through going deeper and understanding the hidden, but very real, aspects of this sacrament. Even the words "Eucharist" and "Liturgy" translate into everyday life as wholehearted thanksgiving - a celebration of sacred mysteries - as a way of drawing closer to God and to each other in the one, everlasting bond of charity which is another word for love. And this love is not just about gladness and joy; love can also be an invitation to sacrifice. And the Mass shows this as it reminds us of Christ, the suffering servant, Jesus Himself as the sacrifice, inviting us today to join Him in time as we bring our gifts and prayers to the divine Banquet Table. Jesus Christ, as King of kings and Lord of lords, who is able to bring each imperfect soul to perfection in Him, feeds us today with Heavenly Food from His Eternal Table." By reading this book, no matter what your faith, anyone who is able to imagine another reality with the use of word pictures, will find beauty to reflect, to feast, upon.

An insightful and practical exploration of Catholicism’s most sacred tradition. The Mass: The Glory, the Mystery, the Tradition is an engaging and authoritative guide to Catholicism’s most distinctive practice. And now, with the Church introducing revised language for the Mass, Catholics have a perfect opportunity to renew their understanding of this beautiful and beloved celebration. With eloquent prose and elegant black-and-white photography, bestselling authors Archbishop Donald Wuerl and Mike Aquilina guide readers through the different parts of the Mass, from the entrance procession to the blessing and dismissal, capturing the deep meaning of elements that are at once ordinary and mysterious: bread and wine, water and candles, altar cloths and ceremonial books. Step by step, they explain the specifics, such as the order of the Mass, the vessels used, the unique clothing worn, the prayers and responses, the postures and the gestures. Then they explore the rich historical, spiritual and theological background to each. Prayerful but practical, fact-filled but readable, The Mass prepares readers to participate more fully and appreciatively in the sacred rite at the heart of Catholic life.

Engage children in the Mass and inspire them to love the Holy Eucharist. Beautiful artwork and hands-on activities like wheels, flaps, and tracing invite children into the beauty of the Mass. Simple explanations and prayers of the Mass provide a deeper understanding for little ones. Written by a Catholic mother, this sturdy, interactive board book will help Catholics teach their children about the mysteries of God's love in the Mass. Children ages 3 and up will be delighted to have their own book at church, which will help them learn the order of the Mass, follow along with the prayers, and discover the wonders that happen at every Mass.