The Middle Way : Suggestions for a Practicable Ceremonial

Latta Griswold

ISBN 10: 1025836928 / ISBN 13: 9781025836928

Published by Legare Street Press Feb 2026, 2026

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Neuware - 'The Middle Way; Suggestions for a Practicable Ceremonial' is a thoughtful exploration of liturgical practice and ritual within the Anglican tradition. Written by Latta Griswold, this work seeks to provide a balanced and accessible approach to church ceremonial, navigating the complexities of worship by adhering to the principle of the 'Via Media,' or the middle way. This concept, central to Episcopal identity, serves as the foundation for Griswold's practical suggestions for clergy and laity alike.The book offers detailed guidance on the conduct of services, the use of vestments, and the arrangement of the sanctuary, prioritizing reverence and historical continuity over rigid formalism. Griswold addresses the practical needs of parish life while maintaining a high standard of liturgical integrity. By focusing on a ceremonial that is both dignified and functional, the work aims to enrich the devotional life of the congregation and clarify the ritual expectations of the church. This volume stands as a significant historical resource for those interested in the evolution of 20th-century liturgy and the enduring effort to find a harmonious expression of faith through outward ritual form.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Middle Way : Suggestions for a Practicable Ceremonial
• Publisher: Legare Street Press Feb 2026
• Publication Date: 2026
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1025836928
• ISBN 13: 9781025836928
• Binding: Buch
• Condition: Neu
• Dimensions: 234W x 156H x 10D millimeters 234 millimeters width by 156 millimeters height by 10 millimeters depth
• Weight: 361 grams

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"The Middle Way; Suggestions for a Practicable Ceremonial" is a thoughtful exploration of liturgical practice and ritual within the Anglican tradition. Written by Latta Griswold, this work seeks to provide a balanced and accessible approach to church ceremonial, navigating the complexities of worship by adhering to the principle of the "Via Media," or the middle way. This concept, central to Episcopal identity, serves as the foundation for Griswold's practical suggestions for clergy and laity alike.

The book offers detailed guidance on the conduct of services, the use of vestments, and the arrangement of the sanctuary, prioritizing reverence and historical continuity over rigid formalism. Griswold addresses the practical needs of parish life while maintaining a high standard of liturgical integrity. By focusing on a ceremonial that is both dignified and functional, the work aims to enrich the devotional life of the congregation and clarify the ritual expectations of the church. This volume stands as a significant historical resource for those interested in the evolution of 20th-century liturgy and the enduring effort to find a harmonious expression of faith through outward ritual form.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.