The Deacon at Mass: A Theological and Pastoral Guide

This second edition of The Deacon at Mass situates the role of the Deacon at Liturgy based on the new General Instruction of the Roman Missal. A step-by-step handbook for deacons through the Eucharistic celebration, this text looks at everything a deacon must do (read the gospel), may do (preach a homily), and may never do (sing the concluding doxology). Study questions follow each chapter. This second edition includes the final English translations, questions raised by readers and reviewers of the original edition, and an expanded introduction that addresses specific issues related to the preparation and translation of liturgical books in general. In addition, each subsequent chapter includes references and guidance related to the approved English translation.