Understanding Liturgy
Making Sense of the Rites and Rituals of the Catholic Church
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Understanding Liturgy
Making Sense of the Rites and Rituals of the Catholic Church
About This Book
Understanding Liturgy is a thoughtful exploration of the meaning of the rites and rituals of the Catholic Church. This book is designed for anyone who wants to delve deeper into their Catholic faith and appreciate the beauty of the liturgy.Many Catholics experience the rites and rituals of the Catholic Church without fully understanding their meaning and significance. For these people, the sacraments and other liturgical rites are not relatable to their everyday life. They come to church to pray and encounter God, but often leave the church unfulfilled and unable to make the connections between liturgy and life. Understanding liturgy will draw each person into a more meaningful relationship with God by guiding them in their appreciation of: -liturgical art and environment; -the celebration of feasts and solemnities; -church devotions; -the Mass and the other sacraments; -the liturgical year.Understanding Liturgy is organized into sections, allowing the reader the opportunity to learn the material and put it into use immediately. The content is presented in a practical fashion to explain why the Church prays as it does, drawing upon Catholic Church documents published since the Second Vatican Council and the Catechism of the Catholic Church.Charlie Dispenzieri makes sense of these rites and rituals in a very accessible style. He is a master teacher, presenting throughout the country in formal classroom settings, retreats, and seminars. As a liturgist with a vast educational background and an abundance of practical experience, he has mentored priests, deacons, and laypeople to be more successful and effective liturgical ministers.
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Table of Contents
Table of contents
- Incense
- Liturgical Colors
- Liturgical Vestments
- The Altar
- The Ambry
- The Liturgical Environment
- All Saintsâ Day and All Soulsâ Day
- Christmas Proclamation
- Epiphany Proclamation
- Our Lord Jesus Christ, the King of the Universe
- Presentation of the Lord
- The Dedication of the Lateran Basilica
- Blessings
- Holy Water
- Inaudible Prayers
- Liturgical Books
- Liturgical Participation
- Liturgy and Devotions
- Liturgy and Social Justice
- O Antiphons
- Exposition vs. Adoration
- Red, White, and Blue Masses
- Sacred Silence
- The Stations of the Cross
- The History of Liturgical Books
- The Sign of Peace
- The Universal Prayer
- The Introductory Rites of the Mass
- The Liturgy of the Word
- The Preparation of the Altar and Gifts
- The Eucharistic Prayer
- The Communion Rite
- The Concluding Rites
- The Sacrament of Baptism
- The Sacrament of Confirmation
- The Sacrament of Eucharist
- The Sacrament of Holy Orders
- The Sacrament of Matrimony
- The Sacrament of Reconciliation
- The Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick
- Advent
- Christmas
- Winter Ordinary Time
- LentâA Liturgical Overview
- Holy Week
- The Easter Season
- Summer Ordinary Time
- Fall Ordinary Time
- The College of Cardinals
- The Order of Christian Funerals
- The Rites of Acceptance and Welcome
- The Scrutinies