| Does it sometimes seem that the Mass just happens while you sit there? Maybe you are a recent convert, or perhaps you've attended Mass your whole life, but there are still things that puzzle you - like when you should genuflect and when you should bow...what the different books used at Mass are and what they contain...the meaning of the words such as "Amen," Alleluia," or "Hosanna"...what to do during the sign of peace.
Here's the help you need to make the Mass an active religious experience!
How should you enter the church? How should you listen to the Scriptures? What if the homily seems boring? The How-To Book of the Mass not only provides the who, what, where, when and why of the most time-honored traditions of the Catholic Church, but also the how. In a simple, easy-to-read style, this book gives you suggestions to help you "get something" out of the Mass every time.
You'll learn how to pray at Mass, how to hear a great homily every time, and how to experience the Mass as an encounter with our Risen Lord. If you've ever wished the Mass were more exciting, this is the book that will make it exciting for you.
In this complete guide you receive:
Step-by-step guidelines to walk you through the Mass
Explanations of the various parts of the Mass
Biblical backgrounds of the prayers used at the Mass
Insights from the Tradition and teachings of the Church
Practical aids to overcoming distractions
Concrete ways to grow in your relationship with our Lord at every Mass
Discover how to:
Bless Yourself with Holy Water
Make the Sign of the Cross
Genuflect
Pray Before Mass
Sing the Opening Hymn
Confess Your Sins
Listen to the Scripture
Get the Meaning Out of Every Homily
Intercede For Others
Be a Good Steward
Give Thanks to God
Offer the Sign of Peace
Receive the Eucharist
Accept a Blessing
Spread the Good News
See also:
The How-To Book of the Bible
The How-To Book of Catholic Devotions
The How-To Book of Sacramentals
The How-To Book Set
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