Register for the Group Purchasing Program

Prepare for The Liturgy of the Hours, Second Edition

As Ascension prepares to publish The Liturgy of the Hours, Second Edition, we are deeply grateful for the many dioceses, seminaries, religious communities, parishes, and institutions that sustain the Church’s life of prayer every day.

We know this transition involves more than simply replacing books. Many communities are planning for budgets, timing, purchasing options, and the needs of members who pray together regularly.

Registering in the Group Purchasing Program allows us to support your planning process and keep your institution informed as ordering details become available.

What You'll Receive By Registering

What You'll Receive By Registering

Approved institutional purchasers will be eligible for:

  • Limited-time group discounts on eligible editions
  • Limited-time special pricing on accessories
  • Flexible shipping options to one designated institutional address
  • Dedicated customer support
  • The option to request need-based assistance
  • The option to pay over time with scheduled payments when volumes ship
  • Ongoing updates on pricing, availability, release timing, and ordering details, including access to institutional pricing information

Additional details will be shared with approved group purchasers as ordering becomes available. These purchasing terms are specific to The Liturgy of the Hours, Second Edition. Terms for other products may vary.

Additional Need-Based Assistance

Additional Need-Based Assistance

We recognize that some communities may need more support than the standard institutional discount provides.

To help meet those needs, Ascension is developing the Liturgy of the Hours Assistance Fund, a need-based program that will allow contributors to support eligible Catholic institutions with greater financial need. Assistance will not be paid to organizations as cash; instead, approved assistance will be applied by Ascension toward eligible Liturgy of the Hours, Second Edition orders. 

Ascension will also support the program by covering ordinary program administration costs and applying a discounts to eligible Assistance Fund orders, allowing contributions to reach more communities.

This program is intended to further ease the financial burden this transition may create for some institutions, allowing communities to preserve their time, energy, and resources for the mission and ministry with which they have been entrusted. It also reflects the communal nature of The Liturgy of the Hours itself—inviting the wider church to support the prayer that faithfully upholds the life of the Church each day.

Institutions needing additional assistance may request consideration by submitting an Assistance Fund application. The application will be shared with registered institutions prior to July 1, and applications will close on August 31, 2026. Institutions who have applied will receive an update on their application status by November 4, 2026.  Assistance is limited and will be reviewed according to program guides, stated need, available funds, and order received.

What Happens Next?

What Happens Next?

  1. Complete your registration — Submit your information using the form linked here.
  2. We'll review your submission — Our team will confirm eligibility and process your registration.
  3. Receive follow-up information by email — You'll receive an email with additional information regarding pricing, purchasing timelines, and available options.
  4. Stay informed as ordering approaches — We'll continue sharing updates as details and ordering opportunities become available, as well as the application for need-based assistance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who qualifies for the Group Purchasing Program?

The Group Purchasing Program is intended for organizations and communities such as dioceses, seminaries, religious communities, schools, and other approved institutions purchasing on behalf of a larger group of members who are required to or are expected to pray the Liturgy of the Hours. Group purchasing is distinct from purchases by retailers, resellers, or wholesalers.

Does registering commit us to placing an order?

No. Registration simply allows you to receive information and access group purchasing benefits. It does not obligate you to purchase.

When will pricing information be available?

Approved group purchasers will receive an email with prices upon submitting their registration. In mid-June, Ascension will share complete discount information to allow groups to estimate their full cost and apply for the Liturgy of the Hours Assistance Fund.

Will groups be able to purchase individual volumes?

Yes. Groups may purchase individual volumes or complete four-volume bundles depending on their needs for budgeting and new translation adoption.

What if our group needs additional financial assistance?

Groups requiring more support than the standard institutional discount may request additional need-based assistance through the Liturgy of the Hours Assistance Fund. The application will be emailed once it is available, and requests will be reviewed according to program guidelines, stated needs, and available funding.

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