A Short History of the Mass

by Alfred Mc Bride O.Praem, Alfred Mc Bride

From the Last Supper, to the Mass of the Apostles, from house churches to medieval cathedrals, from the Tridentine Mass to the sweeping reforms of Vatican II, the Mass has undergone many changes in two thousand years. Yet, for Catholics, the Mass is the source and summit of our faith and remains, at its core, eternally unchanged and unchanging.

Alfred McBride expertly guides us through the history of the Mass—the meaning of each element, the saints who illumined our understanding of it, the Church and political influences that challenged it. With dozens of illustrations, McBride offers a clear explanation for those new to the Mass and a deep revelation for those well-acquainted with it.

Genres: Religion

128 pages, Paperback

First published November 21, 2006

Reviews

[Jeremiah Whiteman · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was an easy read. Alfred McBride did an excellent job at condensing and summarizing difficult theological language over the Eucharist in a way that is understandable without being condescending and faithful without compromising.

It was good to learn about the Eucharistic tradition of the Catholic church and its formulation through two millennia. I was personally encouraged and have become more appreciative of their stance despite still having disagreements with the Church.