Liturgy of the Hours Second Edition: Jonathan Strate Reveals Major 2027 Breviary Updates
"It's the first major translation update in over 50 years." Ascension CEO Jonathan Strate joins Bishop Reed to reveal the historic changes coming to the Liturgy of the Hours. For the first time since the 1970s, the Catholic Church in the United States is preparing for a monumental shift in its daily prayer life. Beginning on Ash Wednesday 2027, a brand-new English translation of the Liturgy of the Hours will officially take effect. Jonathan Strate, President and CEO of Ascension—the media powerhouse behind The Bible in a Year and The Catechism in a Year—steps into the living room to give viewers an exclusive first look at this historic text. Jonathan breaks down the massive structural improvements featured in this second edition, including the integration of the Abbey Psalms and Canticles, newly revised scripture readings from the upcoming Catholic American Bible, and nearly 300 Latin hymns translated into English for the very first time. He explains how Ascension partnered with New Jerusalem Studios to commission stunning, original sacred artwork designed to actively anchor daily meditation. Plus, Jonathan addresses the single biggest question shared by priests, religious, and laity alike: How many ribbons can the printer actually fit inside the leather binding? (Spoiler alert: They broke a new record!). Discover how this official prayer of the Church sanctifies time and how you can prepare for the 2027 transition. Key Highlights: -A 50-Year Milestone: Unpacking why the USCCB's upcoming Ash Wednesday 2027 deadline is a monumental moment for Catholic history. -The New Ribbon Record: The behind-the-scenes engineering battle with printers to fit an unprecedented eight ribbons into the volume. -Translations Revealed: A breakdown of the 297 newly translated Latin hymns and the alignment with the three-year Lectionary cycle. -Art as Prayer: Why Ascension bypassed purely decorative graphics in favor of sacred art that actively reveals theological truth. -Sanctifying Time: A clear, welcoming explanation of the Divine Office for laypeople looking to step into the universal prayer of the Church. Pre-Order & Preview the Text: See sample pages and layout tracking updates at Liturgy of the Hours.
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