Ceremonies of the Modern Roman Rite: The Eucharist and the Liturgy of the Hours : A Manual for Clergy and All Involved in Liturgical Ministries (Paperback)

~ (Author) "1. We have had more than a quarter of a century in which to put into effect the liturgical reforms initiated by the Second Vatican..." (more)
Key Phrases: Eucharistic Prayer, Holy Communion, Blessed Sacrament (more...)

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Ceremonies of the Modern Roman Rite is a manual for clergy and all those involved in liturgical ministries.

Product Details

• Paperback: 360 pages
• Publisher: Ignatius Press; 1st edition (April 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0898705266
• ISBN-13: 978-0898705263
• Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 5.4 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,150,743 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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21 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Clear, Careful, & Balanced, May 8, 2000

By	Nathan Allen (St. Paul, MN USA) - See all my reviews

Msgr Elliott's extensive experience as a liturgist, priest, and teacher shines forth in this very detailed, thoughtful, and instructive book. Citations to the General Instruction on the Roman Missal (GIRM) and Ceremonial of Bishops abound. Elliott has his detractors, however, especially among those who refuse to accept the intention expressed by Pope Paul VI in the GIRM that continuity be maintained between the traditional Roman Rite and its revision after the Council. The Ceremonial of Bishops, with its extensive rubrics, clarifies many ambiguities in the earlier GIRM, and demonstrates the view of the Vatican that the new Ordo is a reform in the liturgy of the Roman Rite, not a revolution.

When Elliott does express his own opinion about how the liturgy ought to be done, he clearly marks this by saying, "It seems preferable that..." His suggestions are always thoughtful and pastoral, based in his experience of what is done in the Roman basilicas and in his sound sense of the aesthetic of liturgy, of what is fitting, proper, and beautiful. As Elliott notes, the "noble simplicity" called for by the Council, far from encouraging a casual celebration of the sacred mysteries, means offering our very best to God. Elliott shows how this can be done in a way that is totally in keeping with both the spirit and the letter of Vatican II.

26 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars COMPLETE CONCISE AUTHORITIVE, August 5, 1999

By	[e-mail] (Jim Agnew) (California) - See all my reviews

This book is excellent. A priest let me borrow his copy and within minutes I was online ordering it. If you serve in the Roman Catholic Church this book is the key. Coving every last detail from children to pontiffs. From low mass to high Mass, to liturgy of the hours, even adorations. Covers vestments, movements, requirements. Recomended as reference and study, and for those who would like to just know whats going on. Also a must if you are planning any type of liturgical experiance!!!!!!BUY IT!!!!

11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Book, October 31, 2000

By	"fbruno777" (Miami, Florida USA) - See all my reviews

This is an excellent resource for those concerned with planning, teaching and implementing liturgies in the Catholic Church. Also, for those future Masters of Ceremonies and Liturgists. From the minute I picked it up, I could not put it down. It explains in simple to understand terms all that occurs in a Catholic Liturgy and why. Elliot clearly clarifies all all the liturgical motions and their significance, sometimes even their history. Again a must have for priests, liturgists, seminarians, deacons, and anyone wanting to know more about the Catholic Liturgies and their symbols.