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The 1979 Book of Common Prayer, Personal Size Edition [Hardcover]

Oxford University Press (Author), Episcopal Church (Author)

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Publication Date: April 11, 1984

Our most popular prayer book style, this edition makes an excellent pew book or economical gift. Includes a Family Record section with certificates for the rites of Baptism, Confirmation, and Marriage. Red hardcover, gold cross, gold page edges, 2 ribbon markers.

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Product Details

Hardcover: 1008 pages
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA (April 11, 1984)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0195287029
ISBN-13: 978-0195287028
Product Dimensions: 6.3 x 4.7 x 1 inches
Shipping Weight: 12.6 ounces

Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars See all reviews (34 customer reviews)

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4.0 out of 5 stars Oxford Univ. Press ed - nice presentation, tiny print, January 9, 2001

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The Oxford University Press version is more of a gift or presentation object of this text than a study version. It has a substantial hard cover, gilt edges, and marker ribbon. It is very nicely made. My disappointment with this version includes the limitations of the paper stock (the book comes with instructions indicating that the paper is susceptible to bleed through from pens or other markers) and the small typeface in which the Historical Documents section and Lectionary are printed. This is unfortunately too unkind to my middle-aged eyes (even with bifocals). As much as I like the way this edition is made, I am going to return it for one that can be used for study.

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This particular edition is an elegant book, a "must own" for anyone practicing or interested in the Episcopalian/Anglican church. Clear and lucid explanations of the rites, vestments, symbols and rituals as well as a complete compendium of all the elements of the service. As an ex-Catholic coming to the church in mid-life, I have found it an invaluable resource.

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3.0 out of 5 stars Great Book-Bad print, November 22, 1999

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I love the content and presentation. This book however will not be read by just the young.The print is smaller than most religious books I have seen and is very difficult to read for long. Beautiful cover and very regal looking --

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1.0 out of 5 stars Warning when using Sunday/Eucharistic Lectionary in this edition
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I bought this to replace one that my mother gave me. I love that it is white. The leather is beautiful. Great quality. Print is easy to read. I love this 1979 version. Read more

Published on March 8, 2007 by M. Reese

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Published on January 4, 2007 by Lee Wilson

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The Book of Common Prayer (1979) is the latest, complete BCP used by the American branch of the Anglicans, the Episcopal church. Read more

Published on February 8, 2006 by FrKurt Messick

1.0 out of 5 stars misleading advertisements
I was searching for a large type book of the current Prayer Book which the ad indicated that this was. What I received as a standard edition of the 1928 version.

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The Holy Eucharist, the principal act of Christian worship on the Lord's Day and other major Feasts, and Daily Morning and Evening Prayer, as set forth in this Book, are the regular services appointed for public worship in this Church. Read the first page

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reigneth with thee, citation giving chapter, other vessel containing wine, postcommunion prayer, mercifully grant, vesper light, thy faithful people, incline our hearts, forgives all our sins, mercy endures, new deacon, chief celebrant, glory everlasting, principal celebrant, share our humanity, ask your prayers, beseech thee, today our daily bread, precious death

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Jesus Christ, Evening Prayer, Lord God, Holy Ghost, Easter Day, Trinity Sunday, Morning Prayer, Holy Week, Easter Week, Lord's Day Proper, Holy Eucharist, Old Testament, Second Sunday, Christmas Day, Virgin Mary, Day of Pentecost, Lord Christ, Lord's Prayer, Various Occasions, People Thanks, God the Father, Additional Directions, Holy Baptism, Bishop Will, Fourth Sunday

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The Book of Common Prayer: And Administration of the Sacraments and Other Rites and C Eremonies of the Church : Pew Edition in Front Matter

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