The Living Mass- Summer Reading Book Review

The Living Mass:Changes to the Roman Missal and How We Worship is a must-have book for understanding the upcoming changes to the liturgy as the Roman Missal, Third Edition is implemented in Mass this fall. Easy to read, informative, and clear, The Living Mass is a fantastic reference to understanding just what changes have been made, and why. This is the perfect book for liturgists, or those looking for a better understanding of the history and future of the Mass.

The book begins with a brief, highly understandable history of the Mass, from the time of the apostles to the present. Never dull or dry, Fr. Lucatero gives even the novice a clear picture of the evolution of the Catholic sacred texts. 

The second half of the book places the current prayers in Mass next to the upcoming changes. The changes are in bold and each has a concise explanation for the reasons for revision. The reader can see at a glance all the changes to the Gloria, Creeds, and more.

In a mere 64 pages, Fr. Lucatero prepares the reader for the upcoming changes, and places them in the rich context of the historical Mass. This book is a great study guide for small groups, parish classes on the Roman Missal, Third Edition, or the curious church-goer.

Update: Roman Missal, Third Edition

We are beginning to receive information about the Roman Missal, Third Edition. There will be a chapel edition as well as an altar edition. We are taking pre-orders via our website  so that we can ship the books as soon as they are released, in order to allow parishes maximum time to prepare for the November 27th implementation date.

If you are looking for supplemental materials to help prepare for the upcoming changes to the Mass, Reilly's carries several titles and can order more.

Parish Guide to Implementing the Roman Missal, Third Edition
$9.95

From the publisher: "This parish guide will help leaders-priests, liturgists, musicians, DREs, principals, teachers, youth ministers, and volunteers-bring this new translation to life in the parish. The guide includes practical resources to create the parish implementation plan including a calendar, ministry-specific suggestions, "to do" lists, bulletin inserts, homily helps, and a comprehensive bibliography of other available materials. Reawaken your parish's love for the Eucharist as you introduce them to the changes in what they say and hear through the simple, practical steps laid out in this parish guide."

Understanding the Revised Mass Texts
$1.25
From the Publisher: Written by Paul Turner, a priest of the diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph, this booklet provides a brief yet deep explanation of how and why the prayers and responses of the Mass are changing. It will help you understand these new words so that you will be able to participate at Mass when the translation is ready to use. Because changes have been made to the Order of Mass since its recognitio in 2008, a second edition of Understanding the Revised Mass Texts is now available. 

Understanding the Revised Mass Texts, Leader's Edition
$8.95
From the Publisher: The second edition of this Leader's Edition is the companion to the booklet, Understanding the Revised Mass Texts, written by Paul Turner with additional material by Kathy Coffey. The booklet is reprinted in this Leader's Edition with page specific catechetical notes for adult faith formation session leaders. 
Inside you will find:

• A pastoral introduction;
• Outlines for eight adult faith-formation sessions;
• An image of the corresponding page from the Understanding the Revised Mass Texts booklet with marginal notes explaining each page;
• Annotations for matching up the leader¿s edition with the pamphlets; Arrows and highlighted texts emphasizing important concepts;
• Charts comparing the current and forthcoming translations;
• Engaging questions for discussion during sessions;
• Take home reflections;
• A notes section for you to write down thoughts and ideas.

In addition, the Diocesan Committee on the Roman Missal is offering a series of workshops on the Missal. 
Western Deanery: Feb. 15, 2011, Our Lady of the Valley, Caldwell
West Central Deanery: Feb. 16, 2011, Our Lady of the Rosary, Boise
Eastern Deanery: March 2, 2011, Christ the King, Idaho Falls
Southern Deanery: March 3, 2011, St. Jerome, Jerome
Northern Deanery: May 11, 2011, St. Pius X, Coeur d’Alene
North Central Deanery: May 12, 2011, Our Lady of Lourdes, Lewiston


SCHEDULE:


For Parish and School Personnel:


6:30 - 7:00 - Prayer, welcome.
7:00 - 7:30 - Why is the text changing?
7:30 - 8:00 - What are the changes?
8:00 - 8:30 - Sharing, questions.


For Musicians:


6:30 - 7:00 - Prayer, welcome.
7:00 - 7:30 - Why is the text changing?
7:30 - 8:30 - Learning/practicing new
musical settings.
8:30 – 9:00 - Sharing, questions.


For more information contact Tish Thornton: tthornton@rcdb.org

Roman Missal, Third Edition

Did you know that in late 2011, there will be changes to the words and celebration of the Mass?

Vatican officials are currently in the process of the final editing of the new Roman Missal, Third Edition. This book (sometimes referred to as the Sacramentary) provides the prayers and instructions for the celebration of the Roman Catholic Mass. The revision process has been underway since 2000, and the new Missal is expected to be implemented in late 2011.

From the USCCB website:

"Among other things, the revised edition of the Missale Romanum contains prayers for the observances of recently canonized saints, additional prefaces for the Eucharistic Prayers, additional Votive Masses and Masses and Prayers for Various Needs and Intentions, and some updated and revised rubrics (instructions) for the celebration of the Mass. The English translation of the Roman Missal will also include updated translations of existing prayers, including some of the well–known responses and acclamations of the people."

You can see sample texts and links to parish resources at the USCCB website.

While the publishers of the new text have not yet been named, click here and Reilly's will send you updates on the Missal, reference guides, and support materials for parish training as they become available.