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| The Book of Common Prayer: And Administration of the Sacraments and Other Rites and Ceremonies of the Church | 
 enlarge | Publisher: Church Publishing
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:  (4 reviews)
Sales Rank: 5897
Languages: English (Original Language), English (Unknown), English (Published)
Media: Leather Bound
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 1001
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.8
Dimensions (in): 6.7 x 5 x 1.3
ISBN: 0898694396
EAN: 9780898694390
ASIN: 0898694396
Publication Date: January 1, 2001
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 My carry-with-me copy is this size, and I recommend it for traveling places... August 25, 2008
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
Here I am daring to comment on this wonderful book, used by Episcopalians and one of the prayer and rubric publications that unite Anglicans worldwide. (There are about 77 million Anglicans in the world, and most have their own "version" of this wonderful and inspired book, though perhaps this specific size of which I write and this specific American version, may not be familiar to them all.)
My copy that is this size, and at a similar good price as this one (take advantage of a good offer, by the way), has been used by me for about ten or so years. It's been a durable book, though worn now and the leather cover warped, despite my treating it from time to time. But then I carry it in my car, and sometimes leave it on the seat where the sun hits it. Nonetheless, it has proved durable.
There are so many personal uses for the prayer book, and touching on some of them, it is important for me to note in this recitation, that the primary purpose of this version of "The Book of Common Prayer" for me is taking it to nursing, hospital, and similar places (including home visits), to administer home Communion. It is an excellent size for traveling, and as I may not have mentioned, also offers the complete book with all the prayers and this includes, "Communion under Special Circumstances," used in the Episcopal Church for bringing home communion.
As a licensed lay Minister in my Church, and as an Oblate, I am always moved and informed by the same words from that shared, intimate service. To give you reader, an idea of the character of the book, here is a quote from the beginning prayer of the "Communion under Special Circumstances."
"Almighty Father, whose dear Son, on the night before he suffered, instituted the Sacrement of his Body and Blood: Mercifully grant that we may receive it thankfully in remembrance of Jesus Christ our Lord, who in these holy mysteries gives us a pledge of eternal life; and who lives and reigns for ever and ever. Amen."
There is flexibility in the prayers, and the rubrics allow the lay minister or clergy administering the Eucharist to do the following: "After the reading [found before the opening prayer quoted above], the Celebrant may comment on it briefly." Also, "Suitable prayers may be offered, concluding with the following or some other Collect."
My opinion is the book, both a religious, spiritually literary, and inspired work, encourages spiritual discussion of a religious nature after or before the words of the service. In this way, the Eucharist is a community or communion activity, where the idea of sharing the Church experience is enlarged in the presence of God and man.
When I visit the elderly, especially the frail elderly in my visits, I sometimes share Psalms. The book contains all 150 Psalms, its own translation, of course. This one is a favorite of mine, not only because of its familiarity, but as well because it is a kind of statement about the journey and ministry with which I am engaged in this pastoral relationship:
Psalm 23
The Lord is my shepherd
I shall not be in want.
He makes me lie down in green pastures
and leads me beside still waters.
He revives my soul
and guides me along right pathways for his Name's sake.
Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,
I shall fear no evil;
for you are with me;
your rod and your staff, they comfort me.
You spread a table before me in the presence of those who trouble me;
you have anointed my head with oil,
and my cup is running over.
Surely your goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life,
and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever.
This is a good place to end the review.
--Peter Menkin, Pentecost, 2008 (August)
 Great Content, but Box says "Economy Edition" June 26, 2008
8 out of 8 found this review helpful
Received the Book of Common Prayer for my birthday. I love the book, but the quality is not what we had hoped. When ordered it said "leather bound." The box and the book do not say "leather bound" anywhere. It does not "smell" like leather, and it is not stamped "leather" on the cover or inside. The box says "Economy Edition" which kind of cheapened our order.
However, the contents are what are great, and so we've kept the book. It's also a nice compact size, and will be a good companion. Just wanted to give folks a "heads up" in case you think you're ordering an extra special edition of this great book.
Book of Common Prayer April 23, 2008
13 out of 13 found this review helpful
I was absolutely pleased with this purchase. For the price, the quality was exceptionally high.Real leather binding and good quality print. An excellent choice for presentation to children. Not only that, but came in a gifting box! An excellent purchase, I must say.
perfect for daily use November 24, 2007
24 out of 28 found this review helpful
This is the Book of Common Prayer used in the Episcopal Church. It is a beautiful little personal edition making it convenient to carry with you in a briefcase or backpack or for home use. It is an excellent value, and I read it daily.
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