What Happens at Mass draws the reader to a deeper understanding of the Mystery of Faith.  The Mass is the Gift of and Encounter with Jesus Christ.  What Happens at Mass is about God acting in our lives through tangible human actions and words.  This book will bring the reader closer to the ritual form of the Mass that is nothing less than an encounter with God through Jesus. 

In clear accessible language Jeremy Driscoll, OSB guides the reader through the ritual shape of the mass.  This revised edition incorporates the language of the Revised Roman Missal.

See what people are saying about this resource:

“The book simple and straightforward, but not simplified.  It is thoughtful and theologically profound.  I think that it has something to offer adult education programs, to mystagogia programs, and to study programs for Liturgy commissions.I think everybody ought to read this book because everybody can learn something from it. I wish I had written it myself!”
          Archbishop Daniel E. Pilarczk, PhD
          Archbishop Emeritus, Springfield, IL

“Father Driscoll has done something remarkable here.  He has written an intelligent, yet widely accessible, guide to the Mass. This book will be very popular with with parish study groups, Newman clubs, adult education courses, and with individuals on the lookout for the best in spiritual reading.”
     Scott Hahn, PhD
     Professor of Theology and Scripture at Franciscan University, Steubenville, OH

“This book is most useful for parish liturgical committees seeking to deepen their understanding of the liturgy they prepare, those who are involved in catechumenal ministry, or anyone who seeks to delve into the riches, tradition, and profound mystery of the Roman Liturgy.”
     Rev. Robert K. Johnson
     Office of Worship, Diocese of Worcester, MA