An essential resource for "liturgical formation of the People of God," this book offers a detailed guide to the celebration of Mass, from introductory to concluding rites.

Preparing Parish Liturgies provides historical background, synopses, and careful outlines of the Church's major liturgical books and documents. Then, with easy-to-understand language, helpful charts, and sound liturgical principles, the author arms both the veteran and the novice with practical tools for preparing parish liturgies that are both faithful to the Church's rich tradition and sensitive to the pastoral needs of their assemblies.

Filled with practical advice based on years of parish experience, this Handbook will help Liturgy Committees discover how to define their mission, how to organize its work, how to recruit leaders, and how to deal with challenges.

From USCCB Publishing, this revision of the General Instruction of the Roman Missal (GIRM) seeks to promote more conscious, active, and full participation of the faithful in the mystery of the Eucharist. While the Missale Romanum contains the rite and prayers for Mass, the GIRM provides specific detail about each element of the Order of Mass as well as other information related to the Mass.