Those who prepare the liturgy are entrusted with a very important task—helping our assemblies encounter the real presence of Christ and be transformed and strengthened for discipleship. Life-giving celebrations of the liturgy help foster and nourish the faith of our parishioners. Sourcebook for Sundays, Seasons, and Weekdays is a trusted annual publication providing insightful, concise, and detailed suggestions for preparing the Mass each day of the liturgical year. With its focus on celebrating the liturgy well, this resource will guide parish teams in making “the liturgical prayers of the Christian community more alive” (On Sacred Music, 31). It includes:

Preaching points
Additional Scripture insights for the Proper of Saints
Music preparation guidance and song suggestions
Ways to connect the liturgy to the Christian life
Original Mass texts for Sundays, solemnities, and feasts of the Lord
Seasonal worship committee agendas
Ideas for celebrating other rites and customs
An online supplement for preparing the sacramental rites
Seasonal introductions
Daily calendar preparation guides
Dated entries with liturgical titles, lectionary citations, and vestment colors
Scripture insights
Brief biographies of the saints and blessed
Guidance for choosing among the options provided in the ritual texts

2025 SOURCE BOOK FOR SUNDAYS,SEASONS & WEEKDAYS