"These psalms tell of the Lord's kingship over Israel and the whole world. The “
right hand and holy arm” (Psalm 98:1) of the Lord has brought about victory for
God's people, accomplishing wondrous deeds. The opening call to “sing to the
Lord a new song” (Psalm 98:1) suggests that this marvelous, divine feat calls for
a concomitant response that offers to God something new, distinct, creative, and
wonderful. In the context of this so ..."
"Salvation. August 15 REVELATION 11:19A; 12:1–6A, 10AB John sees a vision of
the Temple opened and of the Ark of the Covenant ... The ark was a reminder of
God's faithfulness to the covenant with Israel, whatever terror yet to come. ... The
woman's twelve-star crown also represents the twelve tribes of Israel of the Old
Covenant and the Twelve Apostles of ... Christians see it as celebrating the union
of Christ and the church (often ..."
"Foundations for Preaching and Teaching(TM) provides scripture backgrounds for each Sunday and Holyday of Obligation of the liturgical year. These backgrounds contain commentaries on all of the Lectionary readings, including the Responsorial Psalm. Written in a pastoral tone, these commentaries offer historical-critical background on the readings and underscore their relevance to life today. Each scripture background page includes an ove ..."
"LECTIONARY #14ABC ISAIAH 9:1–6 The Roman Missal does not call this “
Midnight Mass” but more literally the “Mass during the Night.” The Lectionary
passages for this Mass are rich, and they may be used earlier in the evening if
the people coming to the service are making this their ... For us Christians, he is
the child we have been awaiting, the one whose justice will bring peace to our
war-torn lives."
"One study Bible doesn't fit all, so Oxford publishes Catholic editions to suit the needs of new and seasoned Scripture students alike. The Personal Study Edition is ideal for the beginners, whether it's used within the context of the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults or other such parish-based scripture education programs. It provides a wealth of background information in a single volume that informs readers without overwhelming t ..."
"“We must ask explicitly: is the Christian faith also for us today a life-changing and
life-sustaining hope? ... We believe and proclaim 'the good news ofJesus,'2 . . .
we want to listen to Jesus3 . . . because He is the only Master”4 (Aparecida, 103).
... The psalm moves from a call to praise and worship to a plea to listen to God's
voice. ... Regarding the reference to unmarried women and virgins, scholars
speculate that some Cori ..."
"The Personal Study Edition was designed for beginning students of the Scriptures (such as R.C.I.A. participants) by today's top Catholic scholars. A nearly 500-page Reading Guide is linked to the biblical text by means of marginal references to specific pages in the Guide. Other features include: discussion questions, background essays on aspects of Bible study, a glossary of specialized terms, the complete Sunday and weekday lectionari ..."
"The Personal Study Edition was designed for beginning students of the Scriptures (such as R.C.I.A. participants) by today's top Catholic scholars. A nearly 500-page Reading Guide is linked to the biblical text by means of marginal references to specific pages in the Guide. Other features include: discussion questions, background essays on aspects of Bible study, a glossary of specialized terms, the complete Sunday and weekday lectionari ..."
"The Personal Study Edition was designed for beginning students of the Scriptures (such as R.C.I.A. participants) by today's top Catholic scholars. A nearly 500-page Reading Guide is linked to the biblical text by means of marginal references to specific pages in the Guide. Other features include: discussion questions, background essays on aspects of Bible study, a glossary of specialized terms, the complete Sunday and weekday lectionari ..."
"The Personal Study Edition was designed for beginning students of the Scriptures (such as R.C.I.A. participants) by today's top Catholic scholars. A nearly 500-page Reading Guide is linked to the biblical text by means of marginal references to specific pages in the Guide. Other features include: discussion questions, background essays on aspects of Bible study, a glossary of specialized terms, the complete Sunday and weekday lectionari ..."
"The Personal Study Edition was designed for beginning students of the Scriptures (such as R.C.I.A. participants) by today's top Catholic scholars. A nearly 500-page Reading Guide is linked to the biblical text by means of marginal references to specific pages in the Guide. Other features include: discussion questions, background essays on aspects of Bible study, a glossary of specialized terms, the complete Sunday and weekday lectionari ..."
"The Personal Study Edition was designed for beginning students of the Scriptures (such as R.C.I.A. participants) by today's top Catholic scholars. A nearly 500-page Reading Guide is linked to the biblical text by means of marginal references to specific pages in the Guide. Other features include: discussion questions, background essays on aspects of Bible study, a glossary of specialized terms, the complete Sunday and weekday lectionari ..."
"This easy-to-use resource provides initiation ministers with the pastoral tools needed to lead dismissal sessions with adults preparing for Baptism. Through reflection and discussion, each dismissal session guide helps to develop the catechumen s relationship with Christ, self, and neighbor by internalizing the Word, concentrating their prayer around the Scriptures, and becoming familiar with the teachings of the Church. The step-by-ste ..."
"This book is the essential pastoral resource to help you prepare the liturgy each day of the liturgical year! If you are a priest or deacon, liturgist, music director, worship team member, religious educator, or simply interested in more information about Catholic liturgy, this publication will be an invaluable tool. This publication contains: Reflections on the Lectionary texts for Sunday Year C and Weekday Year I Notes on preparing th ..."
"This easy-to-use resource provides initiation ministers with the pastoral tools needed to lead dismissal sessions with adults preparing for Baptism. Through reflection and discussion, each dismissal session guide helps to develop the catechumen s relationship with Christ, self, and neighbor by internalizing the Word, concentrating their prayer around the Scriptures, and becoming familiar with the teachings of the Church. The step-by-ste ..."
"Unidos en Cristo: Preparar la Liturgia de la Palabra para una boda católica is perfect for parish staffs to provide couples with a high quality and pastoral resource for preparing all aspects of the Liturgy of the Word for their wedding."