A New Era of the Church's Daily Prayer
Liturgy of the Hours by Word on Fire is the first major revision to the Church's official daily prayer in more than fifty years. This stunning four-volume set brings together a more faithful translation, newly canonized saints, restored ancient hymnody, and a physical design crafted for a lifetime of prayer. Whether prayed in a parish, a monastery, or a quiet corner of the home, this edition is built to become a treasured companion for decades.
Word on Fire partnered with leading designers, printers, and craftsmen to produce an edition worthy of the Church's sacred prayer. Every element, from the natural full-grain leather cover to the silky acid-free paper, reflects a commitment to beauty, durability, and prayerful focus.
Why You'll Love It
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Updated translation: Incorporates the more accurate, theologically precise translation called for by Pope St. John Paul II in 2001, consistent with the revised Roman Missal of 2011
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Expanded liturgical calendar: Includes saints and feasts proclaimed since the mid-twentieth century, among them Saint Teresa of Calcutta, Pope Saint John Paul II, and Saint Maximilian Kolbe
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Restored hymnody: Nearly 300 hymns, including compositions by Saint Ambrose and Saint Hilary, are restored and placed near their corresponding prayers for easy use
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Designed for readability: A new font up to 20% more readable than the current edition, with a cleaner layout that moves instructional elements to the margins for less visual clutter
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Premium materials throughout: Natural full-grain leather cover, 14% brighter acid-free paper, red-to-gold art gilding on page edges, and dozens of sacred art images by Gustave Dore printed in custom gold ink
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Built to last: Reinforced binding at points of greatest stress, sewn construction for lay-flat use, and seven ribbon markers (two more than the previous edition) for easy navigation across all hours
Product Details and Specifications
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Book Title: Liturgy of the Hours (New Edition)
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Publisher: Word on Fire
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Book Type: Four-volume liturgical prayer set
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Print Options: Regular Print; Large Print
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Language: English
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Subject: Liturgy of the Hours, Divine Office, Catholic daily prayer
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Audience: Clergy, religious, devout Catholic laity, seminarians
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Cover Material: Natural full-grain leather
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Paper: Silky, acid-free, 14% brighter than previous edition
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Page Edges: Custom red-to-gold art gilding
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Ribbon Markers: Seven per volume
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Binding: Sewn, lay-flat construction with reinforced spine
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Interior Art: Sacred art by Gustave Dore, printed in custom metallic gold ink
Who This Makes a Good Gift For
- Priests, deacons, and seminarians seeking a premium prayer set for daily use
- Consecrated religious and members of religious communities
- Devout Catholic laity committed to praying the Divine Office
- Catholic families establishing a home prayer life
- Parish communities, rectories, and formation programs looking for a lasting liturgical resource
IMPORTANT NOTE ON SHIPPING:
When will the volumes ship?
This set is available for preorder. Volumes will ship on a staggered schedule: Volume II ships first in January 2027, Volume III in May 2027, Volume IV in July 2027, and Volume I in November 2027. Payment is collected at checkout, and volumes will be shipped as each becomes available.
FAQs
What is the Liturgy of the Hours?
The Liturgy of the Hours, also called the Divine Office, is the official daily prayer of the Catholic Church. It is prayed at set times throughout the day and consists of psalms, canticles, Scripture readings, and hymns. This four-volume set contains the complete text for the entire liturgical year.
What makes this edition different from the current one?
This is the first major revision in over fifty years. It features a more accurate translation aligned with the 2011 Roman Missal, an expanded liturgical calendar with saints canonized since the mid-twentieth century, and the full restoration of the Church's ancient hymnody. The physical design has also been completely reimagined for readability and durability.
What materials are used in the binding and cover?
The cover is made from natural full-grain leather, the highest quality grade available for bookbinding. The binding is sewn for strength and flexibility, and the spine is reinforced at the points of greatest stress to withstand thousands of openings.
Is this a complete set for the entire liturgical year?
Yes. The four-volume set covers the complete Liturgy of the Hours for the entire liturgical year, including all hours, all seasons, and the sanctoral cycle with newly added feasts and saints.
Is this item available for immediate shipping?
This set is currently available for preorder only.
Why Shop at Reger's
Since 1921, Reger's Church Supplies and Religious Gifts has been a trusted source for Catholic families, parishes, schools, and religious communities across the country. Our catalog spans liturgical books, devotional titles, sacramental supplies, and meaningful gifts for every stage of the faith journey. When you shop with Reger's, you benefit from over a century of experience and a team that genuinely understands the needs of Catholic customers. We are honored to carry resources like this new Word on Fire edition and to help connect the faithful with tools that deepen their prayer life.
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