Which Daily Roman Missal?

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Actually attending my 2nd Mass tomorrow evening…Tuesday…and have been looking for what I should have as I begin my journey in the Catholic faith. I have been looking at Missals…I will mostly be attending daily Mass. What would be the best one to get? I see a lot of different versions and dates…figured I would ask and save the confusion and a wrong purchase. And also…any other recommendations as far as books and such that might help?
 
I don’t know of any good Novus Ordo missals to recommend, but a good book to teach yourself more about the Catholic Faith would be the Baltimore Catechism No. 4 or Apologetics & Catholic Doctrine. When looking for missals, don’t get any that say 1962 or before since those will be for the Traditional Latin Mass, which I assume you are not attending.
 
I assume that you are speaking of an English language Mass. You want a missal published or updated since 2011 as the English translation of the Mass changed in several small ways then.
 
jcole75148 said:
Actually attending my 2nd Mass tomorrow evening…Tuesday…and have been looking for what I should have as I begin my journey in the Catholic faith. I have been looking at Missals…I will mostly be attending daily Mass. What would be the best one to get? I see a lot of different versions and dates…figured I would ask and save the confusion and a wrong purchase. And also…any other recommendations as far as books and such that might help?
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It rather depends upon where you live…what I would recommend is different if you are in the United States or in the United Kingdom.

If you are in the United States, I prefer The Daily Roman Missal published by The Midwest Theological Forum.

I would suggest for an excellent introduction and overview The Catechism of the Catholic Church. You can access it directly online at the Vatican’s website at vatican.va/archive/ENG0015/_INDEX.HTM but you can find inexpensive print editions. It is the basic text that would underlie a course of instruction on the Catholic faith, such as a parish’s RCIA programme.
 
If you decide to go with the Daily Roman Missal from MTF, please consider “splurging” and going with the full leatherbound edition.

I took the cheap route and got the hardbound version. The spine cracked after less than two years of use and at this point the cover is completely separated from the pages.

It is a very good missal, but I now wish I hadn’t cut corners and bought the less-expensive edition.
 
My apologies…yes I live in the U.S. and will be attending English masses.

I do already have the Catechism of the Catholic Church…I’m about 120 pages in and love it. I also just ordered The Imitation of Christ.

I really like to dig deep into things. One thing that brought me to interest in the Catholic Church is the history.

After attending my first Mass (daily) about a month ago I quickly realized how much learning there will be so I’m trying to hunt out the basics.

Thanks for the help.
 
jcole75148 said:
My apologies…yes I live in the U.S. and will be attending English masses.

I do already have the Catechism of the Catholic Church…I’m about 120 pages in and love it. I also just ordered The Imitation of Christ.

I really like to dig deep into things. One thing that brought me to interest in the Catholic Church is the history.

After attending my first Mass (daily) about a month ago I quickly realized how much learning there will be so I’m trying to hunt out the basics.

Thanks for the help.
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I just want to say welcome, and God bless you on your journey! I’m a cradle catholic, I just felt a call to come back to church a few years ago and am learning sooo much myself. The learning never ends! When I find the time to, I’ve been reading “Life of Christ”, by Archbishop Fulton Sheen. It’s beautifully written and eye opening… I think anyone would benefit from reading it:)
 
I’ve wondered about getting a Missal as well, and have questions: are the Missals for everyday use (for daily masses) as well, or are they only for Sunday masses? Also, do you have to buy a new one every year?
 
jcole75148 said:
Actually attending my 2nd Mass tomorrow evening…Tuesday…and have been looking for what I should have as I begin my journey in the Catholic faith. I have been looking at Missals…I will mostly be attending daily Mass. What would be the best one to get? I see a lot of different versions and dates…figured I would ask and save the confusion and a wrong purchase. And also…any other recommendations as far as books and such that might help?
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From your location, you are in the United States.

You cannot go wrong with the Midwest Theological Forum’s Daily Roman Missal (James Socias, ed.)

If you spend, get that one.
 
drforjc said:
If you decide to go with the Daily Roman Missal from MTF, please consider “splurging” and going with the full leatherbound edition.

I took the cheap route and got the hardbound version. The spine cracked after less than two years of use and at this point the cover is completely separated from the pages.

It is a very good missal, but I now wish I hadn’t cut corners and bought the less-expensive edition.
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I have the same problem, but it happened in just one year and cost me seventy-four dollars. I was thinking of getting the genuine leather one, but that will cost me ninety-five dollars. It is a good daily and Sunday missal. I use it every week.
 
In my neck of the woods, I have never seen anyone bring in a handmissal for the Spanish or English Mass. I’ve only seen them in religious stores. Missalettes are usually provided and they’re easy enough to use, just follow the date.
 
ProVobis said:
In my neck of the woods, I have never seen anyone bring in a handmissal for the Spanish or English Mass. I’ve only seen them in religious stores. Missalettes are usually provided and they’re easy enough to use, just follow the date.
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Pew cards and Missalettes are OK, but my MTF Missal contains so much more information, I feel better prepared before, during and after Mass with it. 🙂
 
I have several 1962 handmissals with a wealth of information, including chants, etc but all require me to use at least 350x glasses. So my recommendation on missals depends…
 
ProVobis said:
I have several 1962 handmissals with a wealth of information, including chants, etc but all require me to use at least 350x glasses. So my recommendation on missals depends…
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I am very nearsighted so I have to hold my missal super close to my face to see it clearly.
 
I am newly Catholic and have been trying to find some good resources as well. I did pick up the Magnificat for this month from a local Catholic bookstore. It has the everything for each mass (readings and the order of the mass) in it. It also includes daily morning prayers, an evening prayer for the month, and various short texts (typically contemporary pieces- the one from this Sunday was written by the mother of one of the Sandy Hook victims) to enhance the readings for the days. I know you’re looking for a missal, but for $6 it was a great purchase. It has helped me prepare for mass with the mass readings, I used it during mass, and it has helped me add to my spiritual life.
 
I prefer the St. Paul Daily Missal. I’ve had mine for two years now and it’s held up very well.
 
Don_Ruggero said:
If you are in the United States, I prefer The Daily Roman Missal published by The Midwest Theological Forum.
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I’ll cast another vote for this one! As a newcomer to Mass, though, you’ll probably want a couple additional bookmarks and set them in advance of attending.

Be aware that, as we approach Ordinary Time, the priest will have some options that may require page-flipping, which can leave you lost if you don’t have those marked ahead of time. (Readings may be for the weekday or the Saint of the day memorial, etc. You could consult the priest about which ordo he follows and how to obtain a copy.) I’ve found myself almost lost at times when visiting religious order houses, for instance, that have slightly different calendars than the diocesan priests use.
 
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