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Item #: 1001555
ISBN: 9781931709323
Author: Michael Dubruiel
Binding: Softcover
Pages: 272
Price: $13.95
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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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Reviews - The How-To Book of the Mass

Average Customer Rating
(4.25/5 Stars, 4 Ratings) Based on 4 Reviews
Pros: Informative (4); Well Written (3); Deserves Multiple Readings (3); Easy To Read (3);
Best Uses: Gift (3); Reference (3);

DISPLAYING 4 OF 4 REVIEWS

A Must for Cradle Catholics

By: Valerie the wanna be runner (Woodstock, GA, December 23, 2010)
Pros: Deserves Multiple Readings; Informative; Easy To Read;
Describe Yourself: Everyday Reader;
Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
This should be required reading for every cradle Catholic. It breaks the Mass down into small bits and explains the WHY the Mass is celebrated the way it is. If everyone understood exactly what was going on during the Mass, there should would be A LOT more excitement and sense of anticipation!!! After all, it is the real Presence of our Lord!

Good guide, explained well

By: frank (london, england, January 28, 2010)
Pros: Informative; Well Written; Easy To Read;
Best Uses: Older Readers; Younger Readers; Gift; Reference;
Describe Yourself: Casual Reader;
Bottom Line: No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
useful guide, an ideal gift for newcomers to the church along with older members who just never knew why and was too embarrassed to ask !

Great Book!

By: Sam (Atlanta, Ga, July 16, 2009)
Pros: Deserves Multiple Readings; Informative; Well Written; Easy To Read;
Best Uses: Reference; Gift;
Describe Yourself: Bookworm;
Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
The only thing that keeps me from giving this book 5 stars is that it says on the back of the cover something about how to confess your sins, which I took to mean actual confession. Instead, what is covered in the book is the penitential rite during mass. However, this is only a small detail, and the subject of confession had no bearing on my buying the book. Otherwise an excellent book on the mass!

WOW - a MUST Read

By: kjindon (Prairieville, LA, January 22, 2009)
Pros: Deserves Multiple Readings; Brings Mass to life; Page-Turner; Informative; Well Written;
Best Uses: Older Readers; Great for RCIA students; Younger Readers; Gift; Travel Reading; Reference;
Describe Yourself: Everyday Reader;
Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
Michael Dubriel has clearly explained all the parts and prayers of the Mass. All Catholics and all studying to become Catholic would do well to add this book to their library. Regular reading of it should enhace one's participation in the central most solemn ceremony of our faith.