Available in Ambo, Chapel and Study Editions

The revised Lectionary for Sundays and Solemnities is now available exclusively from CCCB Publications.

This revised edition of the Lectionary for Sundays and Solemnities supersedes and replaces the earlier version published in 1992 by the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB), which was also adapted from the New Revised Standard Version of the Bible (NRSV). The 2009 revised edition thus becomes the version officially approved by the Catholic Bishops of Canada, and authorized by the Holy See, for liturgical use by Catholics of the Roman Rite in Canada.

What's New?
The revised Lectionary retains the majesty of the NRSV text, while benefiting from the rigorous translation practices of current biblical scholarship. Original texts are rendered into contemporary English with increased fidelity. Skillfully edited and beautifully designed for ease of proclamation, every aspect of this Lectionary contributes to the dignified proclamation of the Word.

Expanded Features 

• Newly designed titles, references and instructions are printed in the traditional red, separating them from the proclaimed text.
• Readings are presented in a clear singlecolumn format with distinct sense lines.
• Larger, bolder elegant typeface facilitates legibility in low lighting.
• Specially selected matt paper reduces glare under harsh lighting conditions.
• The use of carefully selected premium grade stock.

Clearly structured tables are easy to use and will facilitate preparation: 

• Arrangement for the Second Reading, on the Sundays of Ordinary Time
• Arrangement for the First Readings on the Weekdays of Ordinary Time
• Movable Dates (through to 2050)
• Readings (Biblical Order)
• Responsorial Psalms and Canticles
• Scripture references for each season of the liturgical year

The Introduction to the Lectionary for Sundays and Solemnities offers an important source for the effective preparation and celebration of the Word:

1. General Principles for the Liturgical Celebration of the Word of God
2. Celebration of the Liturgy of the Word at Mass
3. Offices and Ministries in the Celebration of the Liturgy of the Word at Mass
4. General Arrangements for the Readings for Mass
5. Description of the Order of Readings
6. Adaptations and Translations

Environmentally Responsible
The revised Lectionary carries the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) label which is independently certified to assure consumers that the paper comes from forests that are managed to meet the social, economic and ecological needs of present and future generations. Printed and bound in Canada.

Also note that effective January 10, 2009, amended discount rates will apply on all new ritual resources. Trade classifications discounts will remain without any change.

Please note that the Revised Canadian Lectionary is approved for use in Canada and is not approved for liturgical use in the USA.