altar serving resources

 

We offer a selection of guides
for learning how to serve
at the altar during the
traditional Roman Mass.

The Latin Mass People ©

Mass Servers Response Card Mass Servers Response Card

A great aide for learning the proper pronunciation of the Latin responses.  Can be used at the altar if necessary.  Explains proper more romano liturgical Latin pronunciation and demonstrates common mistakes made by English speakers.

The General Principles of Ceremonies of the Roman Rite; Louis Tofari

The General Principles
of Ceremonies of the Roman Rite
(For Inferior Ministers)

Louis J. Tofari

Explains the principles that specifically affect the inferior ministers (altar servers).  Even clerics and ordinary laypeople will find this book useful.

The Celebration of Mass; J.B. O'Connell

The Celebration of Mass
Canon J.B. O'Connell

Valued by clergy and laity alike not only for its concise handling of the general rubrics, but also for its chapters that briefly describe the Roman Mass' historical development, the importance of liturgical law, force of custom, and the opinions of fellow rubricians.

Caeremoniale in Missa,
Privata et Solemni

Msgr. C. Callewaert, JCD

One of the most frequently cited rubrical titles of the 20th century this work is especially noted for its systematic and thorough treatment of the general principles of ceremonies and for providing the ascetical explanations for the various actions and gestures, which otherwise, would appear as mere ritualistic motion.

Manual of Episcopal Ceremonies; Archabott Stehle

Manual of Episcopal Ceremonies
(in 2 volumes)
Archabbot Aurelius Stehle, OSB
& Fr. Emmeran Rettger, OSB

An important work for those involved in pontifical ceremonies.  Thoroughly explains the duties of the servers employed during the ceremonies pontificated by a bishop, including ordinations and Holy Week.

 

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