A Priest's Handbook

Download or read book A Priest's Handbook written by Dennis G. Michno and published by Church Publishing, Inc.. This book was released on 1998-07-01 with total page 302 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An authoritative priestly guidebook of the hows and whys of the Episcopal liturgy. The definitive reference work that simplifies liturgical officiating and celebrating of the rites of the Episcopal Church. A Priest's Handbook explains the appropriate use of vestments, color, altar preparation, as well as gestures and movements during the various services. It also explores the particular prayer and liturgical options for the Holy Eucharist, Holy Week, Baptism, and other events in the Church's calendar. Sections on the use of the lectionary and the Daily Offices make this handbook truly comprehensive.