The Liturgy of the Hours, Second Edition is the complete, USCCB-approved text of the Divine Office, now available in a beautifully crafted 4-volume bundle from Ascension Press. Designed for Catholics who want to pray with the Church throughout the entire liturgical year, this set brings the ancient rhythm of morning, evening, and night prayer into daily life with clarity, beauty, and reverence.
Whether used for personal devotion, family prayer, or communal worship in a parish or religious community, this bundle provides everything needed to pray the full Divine Office across all four volumes, covering every season and feast of the Church calendar.
Why You'll Love It
- Approved by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, making it the authoritative English-language edition of the Divine Office
- Exclusive Ascension Serif typeface with optimized spacing and subtle navigational tabs for effortless use during prayer
- Durable Smyth-sewn binding built to withstand years of daily use
- Eight liturgically-colored satin ribbons, diagonally cut and adhered to the spine, for easy navigation across multiple offices
- Matching page numbers across Standard and Large Print editions, making it ideal for group prayer in parishes, monasteries, and prayer groups
- Three trifold insert cards included with the Invitatory Psalms, Common Texts (Gospel Canticles), and the Psalmody at Lauds for Solemnities and Feasts
- High-opacity, light cream, FSC-certified paper with gold-gilded edges and original artwork by Catholic artist Ruth Stricklin and New Jerusalem Studios
Available Options
- Standard Leather + Standard Print — SKU: 810155349202
- Premium Leather + Standard Print — SKU: 810155349219
- Premium Natural Grain Leather + Standard Print — SKU: 810155349226
- Standard Leather + Large Print — SKU: 810155349233
- Premium Leather + Large Print — SKU: 810155349240
- Premium Natural Grain Leather + Large Print — SKU: 810155349257
Product Details and Specifications
- Book Title: The Liturgy of the Hours, Second Edition
- SKU: 810155349202
- Publisher: Ascension Press
- Book Type: 4-Volume Hardcover Set
- Language: English
- Subject: Divine Office, Liturgy of the Hours, Daily Prayer
- Audience: Catholic adults, clergy, religious communities, parishes, prayer groups
Who This Makes a Good Gift For
- Priests, deacons, and seminarians seeking the complete, approved Divine Office
- Religious sisters and brothers who pray the Liturgy of the Hours communally
- Devout Catholic adults committed to a daily prayer practice
- Parish offices and prayer groups looking for a unified, matching set for group use
- Catholic families who want to anchor their home in the prayer of the Church
- Theology students and those in formation programs
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
Is this the USCCB-approved edition of the Liturgy of the Hours?
Yes. The Liturgy of the Hours, Second Edition from Ascension Press contains the complete text of the Divine Office as approved by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops for use in the United States.
What is included in the 4-volume bundle?
The bundle includes all four volumes of the Divine Office, covering the complete liturgical year. It also includes three trifold insert cards with the Invitatory Psalms, Common Texts (Gospel Canticles), and the Psalmody at Lauds for Solemnities and Feasts.
Can this set be used for group prayer in a parish or religious community?
Absolutely. The matching page numbers across Standard and Large Print editions make this set especially well-suited for communal prayer, ensuring all participants can follow along together regardless of which edition they use.
What makes the Ascension Press edition different from other editions?
This edition features an exclusive Ascension Serif typeface, optimized spacing, navigational tabs, eight liturgically-colored satin ribbons, gold-gilded edges, FSC-certified paper, and original Catholic artwork, all designed to make daily prayer more beautiful and accessible.
Is this a good gift for a priest or deacon?
Yes, this is an excellent gift for clergy. The complete 4-volume set provides everything a priest or deacon needs to pray the full Divine Office, presented in a format worthy of daily liturgical use.
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