When lectors, readers, and proclaimers of the Word need the most trusted, accurate, and user-friendly tool to help them prepare the Sunday readings, they rely on Workbook. For over thirty years, Workbook has provided confidence to lectors and readers, giving them vital tools to feel prepared in their ministry as proclaimers of the Word.
Workbook provides the following:
- Full, large-print text of the first, second, and Gospel readings approved for use in the United States, and the responsorial psalm for context
- Annotated pronunciation aids adjacent to the word in question—a helpful way to build skill and confidence
- Proclamation advice with notes on pacing and tone
- Commentaries by Scripture scholars for the first, second, and Gospel readings that provide historical, theological, and liturgical context
- Bolded text, indicating a variety of textual approaches and reading strategies
- Ongoing formation when studied each week
Proclaiming the Word of God is a vital ministry in the Church. Practical and easy to use, Workbook provides the essential context and guidance that those who read at Mass need in order to proclaim with confidence and clarity. When lectors, readers, and proclaimers of the Word read confidently and with conviction, the Word of God enlivens the parish community and the lives of its members.
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Excellent resource
I use this to gain insight and background on the readings for the week. I facilitate a faith sharing group that discusses the week's readings and I find this very helpful in forming my ideas and questions for our meeting.
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Great prep workbook
As a reader, this book is excellent in order to prepare for anyone who is a lector at Mass. Love the bold printed words that a reader can focus on to bring the scripture reading to life.
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Lector Workbooks 2019
We've been using these workbooks for years. They are the perfect resource for the lectors to prepare at home before Mass.
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Excellent place for Lector materials
Thanks for delivering this years Lector book with all it includes, in perfect condition. As you always do!!
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The best tool for Lectors
This book is the best tool available for preparing lectors to proclaim The Word. It provides background on each reading, interpretations that add meaning, suggestions for where to place emphasis while reading, and pronunciation /glossary. Every lector needs this.
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Lector Workbook
Very good guide, but kind of pricey for us, who just volunteer our time to lector at church.
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Excellent price and resource
I buy one every year to use as a lector for mass. This was shipped immediately and in excellent condition. When looking for my book next year, I will look to St. Jude Shop.
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The Word
I have use this book as a Lector for seven or eight years and now as a Deacon for the past six years.
