Weekday Saints
About this book
The Roman Catholic Church issued its first, modern, one-volume Lectionary--a book of biblical texts assigned for every day of the year--in 1970 in response to the Second Vatican Council's call for a greater fare of Scripture during Mass. By the time the Lectionary was revised and published between 1998 and 2002, it had grown to four volumes. Because of the revision, many weekday celebrations of saints were assigned texts that had not been so in the 1970 Lectionary. Because of the Lectionary's success, many other Christian denominations adopted and adapted the Lectionary to fit their own needs...30-Second Summary
Weekday Saints by Mark G. Boyer explores the evolution of the Roman Catholic Lectionary, particularly focusing on the changes made during its revision between 1998 and 2002. The book highlights the significance of daily biblical texts assigned for Mass and how these texts reflect the Church's response to the Second Vatican Council. It also examines how various Christian denominations have embraced and adapted the Lectionary for their own liturgical practices.
Key Takeaways
- Understanding the historical context of the Roman Catholic Lectionary.
- Insights into the impact of the Second Vatican Council on liturgical practices.
- Exploration of how weekday celebrations of saints have evolved.
- Examination of adaptations made by other Christian denominations.
Who Should Read This Book
This book is ideal for clergy, theologians, and laypeople interested in the liturgical practices of the Roman Catholic Church. It also appeals to those studying biblical texts and their applications in modern worship, as well as anyone seeking to understand the broader implications of the Lectionary's evolution across different Christian traditions.
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