The Mass for Children

One of the titles in the Saint Joseph Beginner Series, The Mass for Children by beloved author Rev. Jude Winkler, OFM Conv. is a beautifully illustrated book that introduces children to the Catholic Mass. Among the features of this book are:

• a presentation page that allows for easy personalization of this book when used as a gift
• an introuctory explanation of the Mass, a gift from Jesus
• excerpts from the English translation of the Roman Missal
• vibrant full-color illustrations
• durably sewn hardcover binding
• a list of suggested short prayers for before Holy Communion
• a list of suggested short prayers for after Holy Communion

• The Introductory Rites
  • The Sign of the Cross
  • The Greeting
  • The Penitential Act
  • The Kyrie
  • The Gloria
  • The Collect
• The Liturgy of the Word
  • The First Reading
  • The Responsorial Psalm
  • The Second Reading
  • The Alleluia Verse
  • The Gospel
  • The Homily
  • The Profession of Faith
• The Liturgy of the Eucharist
  • The Preparation of the Gifts
  • The Invitation to Prayer
  • The Prayer over the Offerings
  • The Eucharistic Prayer
  • Holy, Holy, Holy
  • The Words of Institution
  • The Memorial Acclamation
  • The Great Amen
• The Communion Rite
  • The Lord's Prayer
  • The Sign of Peace
  • The Lamb of God
  • Communion
  • Period of Silence or Song of Praise
  • Prayer after Communion
• The Concluding Rites
  • The Blessing
  • The Dismissal

The Mass for Children is an ideal gift for a child's First Holy Communion or other special occasion.