A Book of Vigils
Published on 20. January 2000
Book
Paperback/Softback
152 pages
978-0-89869-383-6 (ISBN)
Description
This useful book falls in the category of resources for structuring liturgies to fit local occasions. In addition to seven complete vigil services inspired by the ancient monastic discipline of nighttime prayer and meditation, there are new models such as "A Vigil in the Presence of God" or "A Vigil for Peace and Justice".
Ample notes throughout explain the history of vigils and offer advice for planning small private and large public vigils.
Ample notes throughout explain the history of vigils and offer advice for planning small private and large public vigils.
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Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
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Paperback (trade)
Illustrations
Illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 244 mm
Width: 152 mm
Thickness: 9 mm
Weight
222 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-89869-383-6 (9780898693836)
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Christopher L. Webber
A Book of Vigils
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01/2000
1st Edition
Naval Institute Press
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Person
Christopher L. Webber, a graduate of Princeton University and the General Theological Seminary in New York, is an Episcopal priest who has led urban, rural, and overseas parishes. He is the author of several books, including Welcome to Christian Faith,Beyond Beowulf, and A Year with American Saints, co-authored with Lutheran Pastor G. Scott Cady. Webber grew up in Cuba, New York, and lives in San Francisco.