The Book of Common Prayer

I’m a small town farm kid who was raised Catholic. “Episcopal” was probably a bad word when I was a child, yet here we are. This book just arrived and I’m not 50 pages in and although it was purchased for its historical value it’s contemporary relevance should neither be understated nor overlooked. The fun part for me is its Olde English style that imparts that “everyday words of wisdom and hope from beyond” vibe. Since the lot of it is about mass, this Episcopalian prayer book rings familar even to a Catholic. It’s a good one to have, regardless of your denominational upbringing. You probably won’t pick this one up every day but it totally belongs on your bookshelf. This is also a fairly thick copy with an average font size so your current reading glasses should work well and it feels good on a lap. It’s not recommended for a backpack, but it’s totally fine for the home or a day on the beach.

I’m been a critic of the books I own for several years, that’s why I own them. This edition of the Book of Common Prayer (BCP) makes the everyday life of today’s Episcopalian a labor of love, both for God in all forms, and for God’s people. A very special addition to one’s library and, ultimately, one’s life. Quite worthwhile, even if you own another.

Love it. Every Episcopal needs this book.

This is not what I was really looking for. So the four star’s is mostly disappointment with my own decision.

A wonderful book!! I have had this Book of Common Prayer for some time now and am just learning how to use it because of the class at church on devotions. The Pastor started off with teaching on the use of the Common Book of Prayer. I had no knowledge how to utilize this marvelous jewel, however, it is far easier than one would imagine. I am looking forward to using it much more often. This book is larger because it comes with The Psalter, or Psalms of David also. This makes it a larger size book. I prefer this because the text size is larger. I was able to see the beautiful leather bound BCP my Pastor has and envied it until I think of the very tiny print. I prefer to have something a little bigger so I can see the print and read it much more easily. This is still a pretty book and has all the necessary things included. And considering the price, come on, you can't go wrong.

Ok, everyone says it’s big , no , it’s Thick ! 2 1/4 in , and heavy . You won’t be pooping it in your purse to sit and read in quiet moments . It takes some concentration. You can’t skim it . It was not what I expected . I was wanting a simple prayer book . Wanted to compare service order etc tol the Catholic Church . It is a fantastically liturgical book . If you are wanting an inspirational simple prayer book, skip this. You will need an understanding of Protestant terms . If you want to study the service order of the Episcopal . Church , here ya go ! Also side note , if there is an apocalypse, there are 5 people left , you have this book , you will be appointed the new preacher .

Everything I expected and more. Thank you. Came in perfect condition

Wasn't what I wanted, I may have read the description wrong

The book is considerably big and thick. But it's because the font size is big enough to read without glasses, and the text is not squeezed to save space. The paper quality is good. It's thick. And the binding allows the book to stay open on the table. It's paperback edition so understandably it's not using hard covers. For me it's perfect cause I only use it at home. I'm not member of the Episcopalian church and bought the book for its beautiful prayers

What a great asset. Lots of prayers and information. Use daily!

1 star only because of the poor condition and it is not new or pocket sized as expected.

Love this one

Grande e completo