Book of the Gospels

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I want to buy a new Book of the Gospels (for use in the procession and readings at Mass) for our parish. Ours is getting quite worn. Perhaps someone can help me with a few questions and give me recommendations.

This edition from Midwest Theological Forum is about the best that I’ve seen online. Has anyone seen better?

Also, I’m wondering if these current editions will be soon out-of-date. I know that the NABRE (New American Bible Revised Edition) has been approved by the USCCB. But my understanding is that only the Old Testament translation changed. So perhaps the New Testament portion will remain the same?

Thanks!
 
One of my parishes has this book, and I’ve held it in my hands, and flipped through it. It is one of the best, and certainly better and 100x more dignified than any other book of the gospels I’ve ever seen or handled. There’s some great art, the cover is real leather with the gold-leafy-stuff that looks very nice, and the single ribbon is about 1 1/2 inches wide, and embroidered (not one of those cheap ribbons).

Overall, I’d highly recommend it. I have yet to use, hold, or even see a more high quality Evangeliarium.

4.8 stars for this magnificent production

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One of my parishes has this book, and I’ve held it in my hands, and flipped through it frequently. It is one of the best, and certainly better and 100x more dignified than any other book of the gospels I’ve ever seen or handled. There’s some great art, the cover is real leather with the gold-leafy-stuff that looks very nice, and the single ribbon is about 1 1/2 inches wide, and embroidered (not one of those cheap ribbons). The paper is also very nice, the typeface easy to read.

There’s also plenty of pages in the back filled with obscure gospels for ritual Masses where you can tape in print outs of the music for chanted gospels for major feasts, such as holy week, Christmas, and Pentecost. That’s what we’ve done, and it works wonderfully, since we sing the gospel at christmas more often than we read it at the blessing of an abbot. 😛

Overall, I’d highly recommend it. I have yet to use, hold, or even see a more high quality Evangeliarium.

4.8 stars for this magnificent production. The best one I’ve seen yet.

http://www.samsungtocco.com/4.5 out of 5 stars.png
 
One of my parishes has this book, and I’ve held it in my hands, and flipped through it frequently. It is one of the best, and certainly better and 100x more dignified than any other book of the gospels I’ve ever seen or handled. There’s some great art, the cover is real leather with the gold-leafy-stuff design that looks very nice, and the single ribbon is about 1 1/2 inches wide, and embroidered (not one of those cheap ribbons). The paper is also very nice, the typeface easy to read. The artwork is wonderful.

There’s also plenty of pages in the back filled with obscure gospels for ritual Masses where you can tape in print outs of the music for chanted gospels for major feasts, such as holy week, Christmas, and Pentecost. That’s what we’ve done, and it works wonderfully, since we sing the gospel at christmas more often than we read it at the blessing of an abbot. 😛

This passage from Liturgiam authenticam, no 120, describes this book perfectly:

The books from which the liturgical texts are recited in the vernacular with or on behalf of the people should be marked by such a dignity that the exterior appearance of the book itself will lead the faithful to a greater reverence for the word of God and for sacred realities.

This book does that to the T.

Overall, I’d highly recommend it. I have yet to use, hold, or even see a more high quality Evangeliarium.

4.8 stars for this magnificent production. The best one I’ve seen yet.

http://www.samsungtocco.com/4.5 out of 5 stars.png

Your beaming reviewer, TheMC
 
I’d recommend the MTF. They make excellent quality books. And if you can afford it, buy one of those metal casework things. They do range in price, so not all of them are $5k.
 
TheMc said:
One of my parishes has this book, and I’ve held it in my hands, and flipped through it frequently. It is one of the best, and certainly better and 100x more dignified than any other book of the gospels I’ve ever seen or handled. There’s some great art, the cover is real leather with the gold-leafy-stuff design that looks very nice, and the single ribbon is about 1 1/2 inches wide, and embroidered (not one of those cheap ribbons). The paper is also very nice, the typeface easy to read. The artwork is wonderful.

There’s also plenty of pages in the back filled with obscure gospels for ritual Masses where you can tape in print outs of the music for chanted gospels for major feasts, such as holy week, Christmas, and Pentecost. That’s what we’ve done, and it works wonderfully, since we sing the gospel at christmas more often than we read it at the blessing of an abbot. 😛

This passage from Liturgiam authenticam, no 120, describes this book perfectly:

The books from which the liturgical texts are recited in the vernacular with or on behalf of the people should be marked by such a dignity that the exterior appearance of the book itself will lead the faithful to a greater reverence for the word of God and for sacred realities.

This book does that to the T.

Overall, I’d highly recommend it. I have yet to use, hold, or even see a more high quality Evangeliarium.

4.8 stars for this magnificent production. The best one I’ve seen yet.

http://www.samsungtocco.com/4.5 out of 5 stars.png

Your beaming reviewer, TheMC
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Thanks, MC, for the thorough workup.

Any idea if the book will be outdated soon, with the new revision of the NAB? Will the USCCB be coming out with a new set of Gospel readings?

This book is on sale, also. $200, marked down from $350, which makes it even more attractive for cheapos such as I. 😃
 
Since we are currently in a state of change, it might be unwise to buy a new Book of the Gospels right now, only to need a new one in a few years time when your Bishops’ Conference adopts a new translation. Had you considered getting the old one rebound?
 
jimrob said:
Since we are currently in a state of change, it might be unwise to buy a new Book of the Gospels right now, only to need a new one in a few years time when your Bishops’ Conference adopts a new translation. Had you considered getting the old one rebound?
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What do you know about the Bishops’ conference adopting a new translation? Is this something that you know, or are you speculating?

From what I have been able to find on the internet, the USCCB in March 2011 adopted the revised version of the NAB. This NABRE includes a new translation of the Old Testament (which of course would have no impact on the Book of the Gospels) and the 1986 translation of the New Testament. I have seen no indication that the USCCB is working on a newer translation of the New Testament. Have you?
 
GwenL said:
Thanks, MC, for the thorough workup.

Any idea if the book will be outdated soon, with the new revision of the NAB? Will the USCCB be coming out with a new set of Gospel readings?

This book is on sale, also. $200, marked down from $350, which makes it even more attractive for cheapos such as I. 😃
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I believe the new edition of the lectionary is a while out still, so I think you’re good. I thought I might have even heard 10 years?
 
What about a book of sung Gospels? Or a book of sung readings.
 
Here’s the one I originally wanted to post:

Evangélia Cantáta: a Notated Book of Gospels

Not the most amazing cover art, but slap an orante gold one on, and you’re set!

Sharp price tag though. For that, I’d learn to sing from an unpointed text! But hey, if it’s what you need to sing the gospel, it’s worth it. And, it has neumes!
 
TheMc said:
Here’s the one I originally wanted to post:

Evangélia Cantáta: a Notated Book of Gospels

Not the most amazing cover art, but slap an orante gold one on, and you’re set!

Sharp price tag though. For that, I’d learn to sing from an unpointed text! But hey, if it’s what you need to sing the gospel, it’s worth it. And, it has neumes!
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The title page of that book says this about the Roman Missal:
RESTORED BY DECREE OF THE SECOND VATICAN ECUMENICAL
COUNCIL OF THE VATICAN AND PROMULGATED BY
AUTHORITY OF POPE PAUL VI
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Redundant and slightly inflammatory at the same time!

The actual Roman Missal itself says:
RENEWED BY DECREE OF THE MOST HOLY SECOND ECUMENICAL COUNCIL OF THE VATICAN, PROMULGATED BY AUTHORITY OF POPE PAUL VI AND REVISED AT THE DIRECTION OF POPE JOHN PAUL II.
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Much better.
 
TheMc said:
Here’s the one I originally wanted to post:

Evangélia Cantáta: a Notated Book of Gospels

Not the most amazing cover art, but slap an orante gold one on, and you’re set!

Sharp price tag though. For that, I’d learn to sing from an unpointed text! But hey, if it’s what you need to sing the gospel, it’s worth it. And, it has neumes!
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Interesting looking book. Not really what you’d process in with, though (not without a wheelbarrow). Plus, it’d be crazy to spend $400 on a book and then have to buy and install a nice cover?
 
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