The new translation brings back the “vertical” sense of the Mass. One of the problems with the translation we’ve been using is that it emphasized the “horizontal” to the detriment of the “vertical.” Yes, it’s important to keep in mind our relationship to one another, but the key point of the Mass should be our relationship to God.
After all, the Mass is the re-presentation (the “presenting again”) of the sacrifice of Our Lord on Calvary. This basic fact has been obscured, in the minds of many, by a translation that uses “horizontal” language when “vertical” language would be more accurate or fuzzy language when precise language is needed.
The Mass Is Changing. Mass Revision by Jimmy Akin deals with how and why and what does it mean for you? Catholics all across America will be asking these questions, seeking the answers from a trusted source. Mass Revision by Jimmy Akin is a highly readable, information-packed volume. Award-winning author Jimmy Akin describes the transformation and lays out the facts. Jimmy goes straight to the heart of the issue, quoting the Church's own documents so you can see for yourself what the Church has to say and not be deceived by falsehood and spin.
Mass Revision by Jimmy Akin shows you exactly which parts of the liturgy are changing, reviewing the rites and new wording, and provides very practical information on who can and cannot receive Communion, liturgical furnishings and vestments, postures and actions during Mass, as well as the hot-button issue of liturgical abuses.
