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Reforming the Liturgy

A Response to the Critics

Reforming the Liturgy

A Response to the Critics

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Publisher: Liturgical Press
ISBN: 9780814662199
Number of Pages: 200
Published: 01/11/2008
Width: 15.2 cm
Height: 22.9 cm

2009 Catholic Press Association Award Winner!

Perhaps no liturgical scholar of our time is better ale than John Baldovin to write with clarity and accuracy about the meaning of the church's liturgy and the history of its development in the last half century. In this summary volume on the reform of the liturgy since the Second Vatican Council, Baldovin pinpoints and assesses 'both sympathetically and critically 'the objections to changes in the liturgy since the council, focusing on philosophical, historical-critical, and theological questions. After addressing each criticism in turn, in a final chapter he assesses the critique of post 'Vatican II liturgy as a whole, affirming what is accurate and necessary, rejecting what is backward looking, and proposing a set of principles to guide future development. No one who studies or participates in liturgical action in the twenty-first century can afford to overlook this book.

John F. Baldovin, SJ, is professor of historical and liturgical theology at Boston College School of Theology and Ministry. His most recent books include Bread of Life, Cup of Salvation and The Urban Character of Christian Worship.

Contents
Preface   ix
Abbreviations   xi
Introduction   1
Chapter One:   The Philosophical Critique   13
Chapter Two:   The Historical Basis of the Reform   36
Chapter Three:   A Theological Critique   65
Chapter Four:   Liturgy as Ritual: The Critique from Sociology and Anthropology   90
Chapter Five:   Major Issues   105
Conclusion: A Way Forward   134
Appendix: The Uses of Liturgical History (Berakah Response)   158
Bibliography   174
Index   184

John F. Baldovin, SJ

John Baldovin, SJ, Professor of Historical and Liturgical Theology at the Boston College School of Theology and Ministry

Anyone concerned with liturgical reform ought to listen to the critics and not become too comfortable. Baldovin helps us listen to their voices and continue the work of reform thoughtfully and with clear purpose.Catholic Books Review By engaging rather than ignoring his critics, the author is more than capable of identifying the successes and limitations of the post-conciliar liturgical reform. The end result is an honest and insightful reflection on the need for further reform-an objective sincerely shared by all those engaged in the renewal of liturgical worship.Studia Canonica John Baldovin's book is a must-read for anyone who is interested in the process of and the prospects for the ongoing reform of the liturgy.Sewanee Theological Review Baldovin's work is to be highly recommended. Indeed, any serious future discussion of pastoral liturgical issues will be unable to ignore this excellent analysis of the liturgical status quo.Irish Theological Quarterly The book deserves high praise for Baldovin's perspicacity, his commitment to rigorous academic veracity, and his intrepidness.Anglican Theological Review This volume is an important contribution . . . Emmanuel This is an insightful book, well documented, and well thought out. The author truly has provided a service to the wider community, by showing the origins of so many contemporary criticisms and by giving a sound response. I would commend this book to any pastor or anyone involved in the restoration of liturgy in parishes.Parish Liturgy . . . [Baldovin's] book remains an important step in the right direction.America

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