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Waiting for the Coming
by J. Neil Alexander
The author draws on the historical significance of the events which these celebrations recollect and brings contemporary meaning to these days cherished by Christians everywhere. Ideal for liturgists and pastoral ministers.
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Western Plainchant
by David Hiley
Copiously illustrated with more than 200 musical examples, this outstanding reference book highlights the diversity of practice and richness of the chant repertory in the Middle Ages. It's an indispensable introduction to this increasingly popular music.
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Why Sing? Toward a Theology of Catholic Church Music
by Miriam Therese Winter
The author believes that liturgy has progressed to a point where liturgists and musicians must focus on the action of singing and not just on the song. This readable technical work explores the development of Vatican II documents and the process of twentieth-century church legislation and includes a valuable bibliography.
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Why Suffer? The Answer of Jesus
by Mark G. Boyer
This book summons us to reflect on suffering in light of the New Testament.
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Women and Religious Ritual
by Lesley A. Northup
Fourteen women from a variety of scholarly and cultural backgrounds investigate how religious ritual affects women and how ritual is affected by women.
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Women in the Church
by Madonna Kolbenschlag
It addresses critical questions that challenge all Catholics. This piercing, insightful work tackles scripture and the role of women, sexism in society’s systems and the exclusion of women from theological faculties.
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Worship: At the Margins
by Michael Downey
This book will challenge the way you view the poor, the mentally and physically challenged, the weak, and even yourself.
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Worship: City, Church and Renewal
by John F. Baldovin
The author sheds new light on many areas of church tradition and present practice, especially the Eucharist and ministry.
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Worship: Culture and Theology
by David N. Power, O.M.I.
A new cultural consciousness is arising in many worshipping communities today. The author explores how worship relates to the world in which we live by demonstrating that theology is a bridge between liturgy and culture.
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Worship: Initiation and the Churches
by Leonel L. Mitchell
Writing in an ecumenical vein, the author retraces the history of baptism and shows how churches today are converging in their baptismal practice.
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Worship: Prayers from the East
by Bryan D. Spinks
Investigate the eucharistic prayers used in East Syria, including the intricacies of the controversial prayer known as "Addai and Mari", and its relationship with other eucharistic prayers.
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Worship: Progress and Tradition
by Anscar J. Chupungco, O.S.B.
With a special focus on inculturation — adaptation of the Roman rite and liturgy to cultural and historical needs and times — the author shows how both progress and tradition are essential ingredients of a vibrant and relevant liturgy. (Formerly published under the title Worship: Beyond Inculturation)
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Worship: Reforming Tradition
by Thomas J. Talley
Thomas Talley presents a clear assessment of liturgical history and practice, arguing that worship reform should not discount the importance of tradition.
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Worship: Renewal to Practice
by Mary Collins, OSB
This resource looks at liturgical renewal from a woman’s perspective. It includes an overview of the reform of the Second Vatican Council and discusses such topics as inclusive language, liturgical methodology, and liturgy with children.
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Worship: Rites, Feasts, and Reflections
by Rev. Maxwell E. Johnson
Essays on various feasts and seasons of the liturgical year and writings on Christian Initiation and Eucharist in an ecumenical context.
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Worship: Searching for Language
by Gail Ramshaw
Examines the language Christians use and have used in the past and outlines suggestions about the words we should choose to express the mystery of God.
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Worship: Wedding to Marriage
by German Martinez
The author explores what it means for a marriage to be "Christian." Drawing upon history, human experience, scripture, and the tradition of the Church, he provides a challenging synthesis of the theology and spirituality of marriage.
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Worship: Wonderful and Sacred Mystery
by Kenneth Stevenson
Kenneth Stevenson looks at the meaning and early development of several present-day liturgical practices, among them the celebration of the Eucharist, the nuptial blessing and Ash Wednesday.
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