A Masterful Survey of the Roman Mass


Review by Matthew S.C. Olver

Destined to become the standard one-volume study of the most-prayed eucharistic rite in the history of Christendom. The author deftly stewards readers through 1,600 years of history with a lucid and eloquent narrative. Read the review.

The Arts Transcend Reductionism


Review by Ben Lima

Reductionism contains or limits an object of study, rather than acknowledging its full richness. The author argues that art is neither a superfluous luxury nor a guilty pleasure, but instead a pointer to the goodness of creation. Read the review.

Worshiping God with Heart, Mind, and Body


Review by Emily Hylden

Bodies have often been cast as subservient to souls, intellects, the less-tangible bits of humanity — but this misunderstands God’s revelation. Our bodies are intrinsic to who we are. They are the site of our redemption, and so we cannot avoid dealing with their presence in worship. Read the review.

A Helpful Tool for Anglican Chant


Review by Jason Abel

Anglican chant is part of our collective DNA in the Episcopal Church, and all 150 Psalms are presented and pointed for ease of use in an attractively bound spiral book. Read the review.

How Our Vows Shape New Vows


Review by Charles Hoffacker

Christian vows welcome us into a network stronger than our shortcomings. This book works out the implications of baptismal vows through subsequent vows, with substantial attention to the vowed life of religious communities. Read the review.
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