Let Us Pray A Guide to the Rubrics of Sunday Mass

A valuable resource for liturgists, catechists, those who train lay ministers, and anyone who wishes to increase his appreciation of the Mass.

Turner does an excellent job of explaining the documents and the particular reasons for each element of the Mass. . . . He initiated the discussion which one hopes would stimulate parishes to reflect on the ways that they might better celebrate these sacred mysteries, and pray.

Paul Turner is both a consummate liturgical scholar and a pastor. The combination shines through at every page. . . . In a single paragraph, Turner has moved from keen reflection on observed practice, through theological reflection, to analysis of the roots of the difficulty. The book brims with such intelligence.

Paul Turner has done the Church a faithful service with this book.

Worthwhile interpretations of the major rubrics for Sunday Mass display how rituals for Catholics describe regulations concerning the vestments, furnishings, and ministers of the Mass. The readers are guided from the entrance procession to the dismissal rite. Therefore any one who follows liturgical books or Mass guides for directions will be happy to know what is the ministry by the priest, deacon or any other minister, and even how the congregation should participate.

It is a tasteful blending of theological, historical, and pastoral insights.

Let Us Pray is clear, concise, and well written. It is an excellent resource for liturgy committee members, presiders, liturgical ministers, and anyone interested in a detailed and enlightening guide to the rubrics of Sunday Mass.

Let Us Pray: A Guide to the Rubrics of Sunday Mass was written with an eye toward the voluminous documents that comprise the rubrics and an ear toward the overwhelmed pastor who fears that he may not always have all the phrases, movements and meanings down pat every time. You will find helpful information on every page as Fr. Turner explains and explores the rubrics for a typical Sunday Mass. Filled with helpful information and explanations, the book reflects on the place of the ritual within the context of Catholic piety and explores the regulations governing the furnishings, vestments and ministers of the Mass. The book walks readers through the Mass - every step deepening understanding, refreshing meaning, and thoroughly fulfilling. A useful resource for teachers, liturgists, deacons and priests.

This is a thorough and detailed account of what takes place when we gather to celebrate the Eucharist. Fr. Turner wisely takes into account different practices and traditions, which have developed across the United States. I highly recommend this book to liturgy committee members and anyone interested in a detailed and enlightening explanation of the Mass based on a historical perspective, current liturgical documents, and common practice.