A Short History of the Mass
…Tridentine Mass to the sweeping reforms of Vatican II, the Mass has undergone many changes in two thousand years. Yet, for Catholics, the Mass is the source and summit of our faith and remains, at its core, eternally unchanged and unchanging.Alfred McBride expertly guides us through the history of the Mass—the…
Understanding the Mass - SC
Subtitled "Its Relevance to Daily Life", the Mass is explained in all its rich history and theological meaning with a simplicity that makes clear how important is its frequent attendance. First U.S. edition, with Index.
The Mass of the Early Christians
In The Mass of the Early Christians, author Mike Aquilina uses anecdotes and historical texts to show vividly how the Mass was celebrated at the beginning of the Christian Church, trace its progression over the ages, and highlight the fascinating diversity that arose as Christianity spread throughout…
A Short History of the Roman Mass
A short, authoritative, enthralling history of the Roman Mass from the Last Supper to the "Tridentine Mass" as said today. Covers Low Mass, Sacramentaries, other Western Rites, etc. Highlights the reforms of Popes St. Gregory the Great (590-604) and St. Pius V (1566-1572). Says neither "reform" produced…
$2.50
The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass
Written to give Catholics an appreciation of the value of the Mass. Considers it from every conceivable angle, showing it to be the central aspect of our faith, and in the process he touches on virtually every important facet of our faith, explaining how it is tied to this supreme sacrifice. Contains…
How Christ Said the First Mass
…Mass sums up the entire Old Testament worship from the time of Adam to the time of Christ, how even minute details of the present Mass were used by Christ in the very First Mass, and how they have come down to our day with the same symbolic meaning they originally had. The author delves into the history…
$21.00
An Open Lesson to a Bishop
A brief history of the Latin Rite of the Mass (Tridentine Mass) composed in response to a misleading article written by a bishop. There can be very few Catholics--bishops, priests or laymen--whose knowledge of the liturgy will not be deepened by reading An Open Lesson to a Bishop.
Why the Mass Matters - A Guide to Praying the Mass
…Mass Matters addresses these questions and more as it awakens believers to the lively spirit of the liturgy. This readable book will enable Sunday worshipers, catechists, parish liturgy-team members, and youth groups to understand the Mass more fully and to appreciate its history and power. Why the Mass…
Mass Appeal CDs
…participation" at Mass Why Our Lady is the ideal model of active participation at Mass How the liturgical reform was strategically sabotaged What was the historical context for the liturgical changes at Vatican II When liturgical innovation is seen as a "good thing" in the Church's history What are the mutable…
$34.95
How to Get the Most Out of Mass (CDs / Tapes)
…of worship. Dr. Hahn takes the Mass from its place in the “big picture” of covenant theology and salvation history, and breaks it into bite size pieces for everyone to understand and enjoy. Beginning by pointing out the inner logic of the various parts of the Mass, Dr. Hahn explains in simple, yet…
Mass and the Sacraments - A Course in Religion, Book II
The doctrine and history of the 7 Sacraments. Also covers Indulgences and Sacramentals. Topics include the Scriptural background of the Sacraments, their institution by Christ, essential requirements for receving them, their effects in the soul, etc. Will deepen understanding of these 7 lifelines of…
$12.50
The Catholic Mass - Revealed! Collection
…Mass, we can be closer to Christ and to the miracle He left us on that Holy Thursday night. The Catholic Mass Revealed is designed to help all people, whether Catholic or not, to better understand the miracle of the Mass. We can come to appreciate its beauty, its rhythm, even why many in history have…
