{"product_id":"practical-guide-for-the-liturgy-of-the-hours","title":"Practical Guide for the Liturgy of the Hours | Catholic Book Publishing","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePractical Guide for the Liturgy of the Hours\u003c\/em\u003e offers a clear, step-by-step method for learning to pray the Church's official daily prayer. Whether you are new to the Divine Office or looking to deepen a practice you have already begun, this guide walks you through each Hour with patience and clarity, starting with Morning and Evening Prayer before moving through the full cycle of Hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach Hour is introduced with a structural outline, followed by practical instruction on how to pray it until the rhythm becomes second nature. Distinct typefaces make group recitation easy to follow, so parishes, prayer groups, religious communities, and individuals can all use this guide with confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTeaches the Liturgy of the Hours from the ground up, making the Church's official prayer accessible to beginners and experienced pray-ers alike\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCovers all the Hours, beginning with Morning and Evening Prayer and progressing through the complete cycle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear outlines precede each Hour so you always know the structure before you begin praying it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinct typefaces distinguish individual and group parts, making communal recitation smooth and easy to follow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact and practical format works well for personal study, parish formation groups, and religious community use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePublished by Catholic Book Publishing, a trusted name in Catholic devotional and liturgical resources\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details and Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBook Title:\u003c\/strong\u003e Practical Guide for the Liturgy of the Hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 426-04\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9780899424842\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVendor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Catholic Book Publishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBook Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Devotional\/Liturgical Prayer Guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAudience:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adults, prayer groups, clergy, religious communities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Makes a Good Gift For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCatholics who want to learn or deepen their practice of the Liturgy of the Hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePriests, deacons, and religious sisters and brothers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParish prayer groups and faith communities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeminarians and those in religious formation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCatholic adults seeking a structured daily prayer life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClergy appreciation and ordination gifts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this book the actual Liturgy of the Hours, or a guide to praying it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a guide, not the full text of the Divine Office. It teaches you how to use the Liturgy of the Hours by explaining the structure of each Hour and walking you through the practice of praying it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this suitable for someone who has never prayed the Liturgy of the Hours before?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The guide is designed specifically to help beginners learn the Hours step by step, starting with Morning and Evening Prayer before introducing the other Hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan this be used for group prayer, or is it only for individual use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt works well for both. The guide uses distinct typefaces to indicate which parts are prayed by individuals and which are prayed by the group, making communal recitation straightforward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho publishes this guide?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCatholic Book Publishing, a long-established publisher of Catholic devotional, liturgical, and sacramental books.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Hours does the guide cover?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe guide covers all the Hours, beginning with Morning Prayer and Evening Prayer and continuing through the complete Liturgy of the Hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Shop at Reger's\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReger's Church Supplies \u0026amp; Religious Gifts has been a trusted source for Catholic and Christian families, parishes, schools, and religious communities since 1921. With a broad catalog of devotional books, liturgical supplies, and faith-based gifts, Reger's brings knowledgeable, personal service to every order. When you shop with Reger's, you are supporting a family business with more than a century of dedication to helping people live and celebrate their faith.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Catholic Book Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55189015855409,"sku":"426-04","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0252\/3267\/0801\/files\/426-04-5.webp?v=1783619065","url":"https:\/\/regers.com\/products\/practical-guide-for-the-liturgy-of-the-hours","provider":"Reger's Church Supplies \u0026 Religious Gifts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}