The How-To Book of the Mass: Everything You Need to Know but No One Ever Taught You

My wife bought this book for her prayer group and for friends that are new to the Catholic Faith. Easy to understand and to learn what each part of the Mass means.

Before I dropped out of CCD and the Church as a child!The Roman Catholic Mass is by far the most profound ritual to be found in all of humanity. It is such a concentration of symbolism as to be overwhelming for believers and non-believers alike.This book offers the most comprehensive, yet concise, explanations of all the big and little rituals that make up the grand ritual of the Mass I have seen to date.Of course, one must be guided by other men and women into and through such a Holy endeavor. But there is so much to the Mass that little bits of important meaning can be missed in the initiation process. And I can see how one's appreciation for parts of the Mass can, through routine, be lost over time.This book fills in the inevitable gaps in knowledge that can occur for the newly initiated (in which category I again find myself as of this writing), and expands in such an engaging way on the history and meaning of the various parts of the Mass that it cannot fail to enrich the appreciation of even a life-long Catholic.Well done!

*****This is a step-by-step, moment-by-moment explanation of the Roman Catholic Mass written in a simple, easy-to-read style that truly anyone can wrap their minds around and understand. It includes lots of customs also, things I haven't seen elsewhere. There is an appendix of prayers that can be said before Mass, after Mass, and a study guide that can be used alone or in a group. There is also an appendix or recommended resources for learning more, including books, DVD's, CD's, and web sites.The real strength of this particular book, and what differentiates it from others, is that it is really easy to read. You don't have to be familiar with the Bible or the Catechism, as references are generally included inline in the text. And everything is very clearly and simply presented.I would recommend this for any Catholic, especially new Catholics, who want to understand the Mass better.Recommended.*****

I've been attending the Catholic Mass on and off for years, I love the piano, and lovely singing, it truly is - as someone once told me - the highest form of prayer for us Catholics. However, I didn't understand everything going on. This book is cut and dry, and so easy to read and helpful. It will help you to understand why we say certain prayers, what it means, where it came from. I truly have a better understanding and respect for the Catholic Mass, and after reading this wonderful book I will certainly get more out of the Mass. For all those Bible thumping christians out there who like to take cracks at the Catholics, guess what?: We really don't have many differences between us. Sorry to break the news to you. A lot of the Catholic prayers and songs, etc., do stem from the Bible. Read this book, it will do wonders in your walk with the Lord, and especially your prayer life.

Provides more than the prayers: history, biblical references, descriptions of the glory and spiritual realm occurring as the Mass takes place. Helps you find joy in this celebration.

This sentence from the editorial review says it all:The How-To Book of the Mass not only provides the who, what, where, when, and why of the most time-honored traditions of the Catholic Church, but also the how. All in an easy-to-read, easy-to understand format.I was raised in the post Vatican II era and missed out on a lot of training that I should have had. This led me out of the Catholic Church.This book helped me to find out what I had been missing.It gives a very clear and concise explanation of the parts of the Mass and how to participate in each part to get a more full understanding and a more fulfilling experience.I would strongly reccommend this book to anyone whether they are a cradle, convert, or even a revert.It might even help some none Catholics to see what they are missing.

This is a very good book for the lapsed catholic, or the catholic adult who only went to catholic grade school and can't remember third grade religion class anymore. It's also for someone who really wonders why everyone else seems to be paying attention and "getting it" and that doesn't always happen for you. This book even tells you how to handle distractions at mass which, believe it or not, can be helpful outside of church as well. I'm so glad I thought of googling this subject and it brought me to this little honey of a purchase at Amazon here. This is such a refreshing, renewing, powerful, honest, educational document to ENJOY and UNDERSTAND the mass at a level you think is for everyone else. By far worth every penny. Run, don't walk, to get this thoughtful and wonderfully written book. You'll be surprised what you don't know and what you're missing.

The How-To Book of the Mass: Everything You Need to Know but No One Ever Taught YouI have my Kindle, ESV Bible and How To Book Of Mass. What more could I want. They go wherever I go. Could not ask for more. I can add notes cross referance or what ever I need.I consider these a complete guide to life, all at my finger tips.The How to Book of Mass answers all of your questions and makes Mass an experience each time you go.I have read many books on Mass and this is the easiest one to understand and remember. It is not so simple that I feel dumb, but rather inlightend.Once you have read and made notes on your Kindle it is easy to go back and go over again.These are not just books but tools to use in your daily worship.Retired chaplain

Absolutely brilliant!!! I have been Catholic forever and it taught me thinks I had no idea about!

Fantastic book great insight into the mass for all people interested in learning about the mass. Language is simple and to the point. A great learning tool.

Good companion read to the book "How not to Say Mass"

The How-to Book of the Mass: Expanded (How-To Books) very good book, helps you to understand whats happening in the Mass

I bought this book as a gift for my mother. She enjoyed it and said it is a good way to understand the rituals of mass.