Literary Companion to the Lectionary: Readings Throughout the Year (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780800634643)

This beautiful book offers poems and literary pieces for Sundays and principal feasts throughout the liturgical year. Each selection relates to an aspect of the Scripture readings for the Eucharist in the Revised Common Lectionary, the Roman Catholic lectionary, and the Book of Common Prayer. Drawn from many centuries and many countries-including Britain, Ireland, North America, Africa, and Australia, these readings bridging literature and liturgy can prompt private prayer or public worship through imaginative engagement. A short note before each passage connects with an idea, image, or story found in one of the biblical readings or the seasonal theme. From Robert Herrick to Brendan Kennelly, from Christina Rossetti to Emily Dickinson, from Dante to Monica Furlong, the poets, novelists, and playwrights gathered here bring an added dimension that graces the life of the church.

Author: Mark Pryce
ISBN-10: 0800634640
ISBN-13: 9780800634643
Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishing
Language: English
Published: 12/01/2001
Pages: 160
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.47lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.47w x 0.56d