General Instruction of the Roman Missal

by Catholic Church, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, Catholic Truth Society

Book Overview

What is the General Instruction of the Roman Missal? It is the handbook for how to celebrate the Mass. While it's not the only resource, most questions about the Mass can be answered with the help of... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 157455543X
• ISBN13: 9781574555431
• Release Date: June 2003
• Publisher: USCCB
• Length: 156 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.1" x 9.0"

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Authorative Guide to the Mass

The Decree of Publication states: "'The General Instruction of the Roman Missal' was canonically approved for use by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops on November 12, 2002, and was subsequenstly confirmed by the Holy See by decree of the the Congregation for Divine Worship..." A thorough reference text for liturgical ministers and anyone interested in learning more about the structure of the Mass in its various forms, its meaning, and what alterations to the rite can and cannot be employed. Its style is typical of official Church documents--formal, dense, and dry. But the Instruction is also straightforward, well organized, and brief.