The Complete Order of Celebrating Matirmony has been revised in accordance with the new Order of Celebrating Matrimony (mandatory for use in Scotland). It includes all of the new options for the Rite of Matrimony - with and without Mass - including a wider range of: - collects- vows- consents- blessings- readingsAll texts are fully compliant with civil law in Scotland.The full set of lectionary options are reproduced, including new readings that have been until now unavailable in the Lectionary. Compulsory choices are also marked.The proper of the Mass is included in the 2010 translation with music.

This new ritual book contains the mandatory text for the Order of Celebrating Matrimony, based on the second typical edition, for exclusive use in Scotland.An expanded introduction gives a deeper exposition of the Church's theology of Marriage and a useful basis for homilies at weddings. The new ritual book contains full texts for: - Matrimony within Mass- Matrimony without Mass - Order for celebrating Matrimony between a Catholic and Catechumen or non-baptised person.A full listing of the expanded lectionary choices for marriage is included and readings which speak explicitly of Marriage (one of which must now be used) are indicated.Examples are given of Universal prayers that can be used in the wedding service and an expanded selection of BlessingsAdditional new rituals are given in the appendices including:- Blessing of an engaged couple - Blessing of a couple on an anniversary including sample formulas for a renewal of commitment and blessing of new or existing rings.- Order of convalidation.Beautifully produced in a portable format in gold blocked red leather with gilt edges, with three ribbons.(Texts of civil declaration and consent are valid for Scotland only.)

This all-in-one wedding resource for parish ministers directly corresponds to the new edition of "Together for Life." "The Order of Celebrating Matrimony Ritual Cards" (formerly "The Rite of Marriage Ritual Cards") are revised to include a new preface and other introductory material, a new scripture reading, and new appendices for the renewal of wedding vows and a blessing for engaged couples. With the changes to the "Order of Celebrating Matrimony," the number of ritual cards has increased from 88 to 120, and the number of tabs increased from 15 to 19.The complete set includes the following items:* "The Order of Celebrating Matrimony Ritual Cards"* "The Order of Celebrating Matrimony Ceremonial Binder"

Together for Life has been the most trusted source for wedding planning in the Catholic Church for more than forty-five years. This new edition of Together for Life contains the new texts of the most recent translation of The Order of Celebrating Matrimony. It includes all the tools engaged couples use when meeting with a priest, deacon, or lay parish minister to plan their weddings and prepare for living the sacrament of Marriage. Written by Msgr. Joseph Champlin (1930-2008) and first published in 1970, more than ten-million copies of Together for Life have been sold. The previous edition was updated in 2011 with the help of Rev. Peter A. Jarret, C.S.C., to include the revised liturgical texts of the third edition of the Roman Missal. The 2016 edition contains all the necessary texts from The Order of Celebrating Matrimony. Each reading choice is accompanied by a reflection written by lay married theologians or pastoral leaders who are committed to the sacramental life of the Church. Contributors include Ann M. Garrido, Msgr. Michael Heintz, Diana Macalintal, H. Richard McCord, Geoffrey D. Miller, Tim Muldoon, Julie Hanlon Rubio, and Deacon William F. Urbine. Together for Life includes all of the information, prayers, blessings, and readings needed to plan a wedding that will be held within Mass, without Mass, or between a Catholic and a catechumen or non-Christian. FAQs address questions couples may have about traditions such as readings, music, witnesses, and unusual circumstances. Together for Life includes: Approved texts for The Order of Celebrating Matrimony and prayers from the& Roman Missal “The Word Brought Home,” scripture commentaries by Catholic leaders Catechetical commentary by Rev. Peter Jarret, C.S.C., to help couples deepen their understanding of the Church's liturgy Hints for incorporating ethnic and cultural devotions and practices into a Catholic wedding Sample intercessions How-to guides to help parish ministers FAQ section about the celebration of Catholic weddings The material in Together for Life is supported by TogetherforLifeOnline.com. The site includes an online selection form, Catholic wedding planning resources, and articles providing enrichment to both married and engaged couples.