The Mass: An Invitation to Enjoy It

by Amy Florian

This books is warm and gentle explanation of the Catholic Mass, presented in easy-to-understand language filled with helpful examples. Individual chapters consider the structure of the Mass, the liturgical seasons, the Scripture readings, the symbols and signs, the presence of Christ, the movement, prayer and singing, the building of community of faith, and the sending forth of that community to carry out its mission to the world. Each chapter ends with questions for reflection or discussion. This book is for the inquirer coming to Catholicism for the first time, the non-Catholic spouse in a mixed-faith marriage, the lifelong Catholic whose last instruction on the Mass was many years ago, the college or high school student seeking an appreciation of the liturgy, or the well-read adult Catholic seeking even more knowledge of this ritual that forms the core of Catholic faith life.

95 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2003