You'll want all of your sacristans to read this new guide. Effective for training those new to the ministry and for rejuvenating the work of veterans, the book can be used by individuals or groups.  It gives all sacristans the background and tools they need to pray, study, and serve in the liturgy. This second edition has been updated with texts from the final translation of the General Instruction of the Roman Missal as well as corresponding texts and rubrics from the third typical edition of The Roman Missal. Inside you'll find a pastoral, inviting format and style, including:

• A basic theological and historical overview of the ministry
• Catechesis about liturgy, ritual, and symbols
• Ways to deepen your prayer life
• Theological reflection through various ritual books
• Generous quotations from the documents of the Church and from scripture
• Detailed and practical instructions for set up and clean up for Mass and other rites, including Triduum; a walk through the sacristy and the church; clean up tips
• Check-lists for set up and clean up
• Frequently asked questions with answers
• Questions for discussion and reflection
• Information is in conformity with the most recent liturgical documents
• An annotated resource section
• Glossary for easy reference
• Instructive photos, charts, and text boxes
• Prayers of preparation

To download the supplemental resource - Sacristan's Checklist - click here
Paperback, 6 x 9, 96 pages