A User's Guide to the Book of Common Prayer: Morning and Evening Prayer

The only way you can really get to know God is through prayer, says author Christopher L. Webber, and the Prayer Book sets out a pattern that has been used by saints and sinners for centuries. This guide will help readersnewcomers and longtime Episcopalians alikeget started on the ancient way of praying found in the Daily Office of the Book of Common Prayer. A User's Guide illuminates the theology, history, and practical concerns of worshipping God in Morning and Evening Prayer. With the complete text of these prayer services, in both Rite I and Rite II, along with running commentary, this book takes Episcopalians by the hand as they explore and pray the Daily Office.

Author: Christopher L. Webber
Publisher: Morehouse Publishing
Published: 11/01/2006
Pages: 52
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.27lbs
Size: 8.46h x 5.56w x 0.25d
ISBN: 9780819221971

About the Author
Webber, Christopher L.: -

CHRISTOPHER L. WEBBER is an Episcopal priest who has led urban, rural, and overseas parishes. He is a graduate of Princeton University and General Theological Seminary. In addition to Welcome to the Christian Faith, he is the author of many other books and several hymns. He lives in San Francisco and gives workshops and lectures on his writings.