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“The study of the sacred page is, as it were, the soul of sacred theology” (Dei Verbum, 24). 

This teaching from Vatican II, emphasizes the importance of studying the Scriptures. But have you fully considered how you encounter the Word of God during the liturgy? Thoughtful Catholics just like you listen to the readings during mass.  Many study the Bible on their own but most have not examined the careful and beautiful composition of the Lectionary for Mass.   Even if you have undertaken such a careful examination, imagine doing so anew with fresh insight and an expert guide.

You undoubtedly know about the main seasons of the Christian liturgical year (Advent, Christmas, Lent, Easter and Ordinary Time), but do you know which biblical readings are used at Masses and other liturgies celebrated in each season? What patterns connect the readings of one Sunday to the next? What are the connections between the several readings used at each liturgy?

This course explores the structure and contents of the Lectionary for Mass, provides an overview of its history and development, and suggests ways you can use it more fully. The course is designed not only for people already involved in liturgical ministries (lectors, musicians, preachers, etc.), but also for any Christian who wants to become more familiar with the Lectionary and the liturgical year.

First, Fr. Felix Just, S.J., will address all your questions about the Lectionary: What is the Lectionary for Mass? How was it developed? How is it related to the Bible? How are the biblical readings for each liturgical season selected and arranged? How could you benefit from using the Lectionary outside of the liturgy, in other spiritual and pastoral ways? 

This 18-lecture program will not only deepen your understanding and appreciation for the Catholic Lectionary for Mass, but also greatly increase your ability to use it more regularly and more fully throughout the liturgical year. 

With this order you will receive, free of charge, a detailed Electronic Study Guide. With your confirmation email, you will receive a link that will take you to this Electronic Study Guide, which includes outlines for each topic, review questions and suggested readings for further study. The link to access this Electronic Study Guide will also be included on the case of your CDs or DVDs. You are allowed to print up to 7 copies of your guide. Simply click on the link, or type it into your browser, to access the file.

About Your Presenter

Fr. Felix Just, S.J., Ph.D., is the Director of Biblical Education at the Loyola Institute for Spirituality in Orange, California. After receiving his Doctorate in New Testament Studies from Yale University, he taught at Loyola Marymount University (Los Angeles), the University of San Francisco, and Santa Clara University. He was also director of the Center for Religion and Spirituality at LMU, and dean of the Lay Ecclesial Ministry and Deacon Formation Programs for the Diocese of Las Vegas. He regularly teaches courses, gives public lectures, and leads biblically-based days of prayer, parish missions, and weekend or weeklong retreats. He maintains a large internationally recognized website of “Catholic Resources” (catholic-resources.org).

 

Topic Titles

• What is the “Lectionary for Mass”?
• History and Editions of the Lectionary
• An Overview of the Liturgical Year
• Season of Advent: Sunday Readings
• Season of Advent: Weekday Readings
• Season of Christmas: Sundays and Solemnities
• Season of Christmas: Weekday Readings
• Season of Lent: Sunday Readings
• Season of Lent: Weekday Readings
• Readings for the Easter Triduum
• Season of Easter: Sunday Readings
• Season of Easter: Weekday Readings
• Ordinary Time: Sunday Readings
• Ordinary Time: Weekday Readings
• Readings for Celebrations of Saints
• Readings for Ritual Masses
• Readings for Funerals and Memorial Masses
• Readings for Other Masses