Homiletic Directory

Renew the art of preaching at the heart of the liturgy.

The Homiletic Directory, issued by the Vatican’s Congregation for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments, is an essential resource for deacons, priests, and bishops seeking to renew and strengthen the ministry of preaching. Responding to the calls of Pope Francis and Pope Benedict XVI to make preaching a renewed priority in the life of the Church, this document deepens appreciation for the homily as a moment of grace and a vital means of proclaiming the Catholic faith.

In Part I, discover how to prepare a homily rooted in the Word of God. In Part II, learn the art and method of preaching that unites Scripture, Tradition, and the lived experience of the faithful. The Directory also offers guidance for homilies throughout the liturgical year—Sundays, feast days, weekdays, weddings, and funerals—along with appendices referencing the Catechism of the Catholic Church and other magisterial teachings.

Includes:

• The full English text of the Homiletic Directory from the Vatican’s Congregation for Divine Worship
• An appendix on The Homily and the Catechism of the Catholic Church
• An appendix on Post-Conciliar Ecclesial Sources Relevant to Preaching

Whether newly ordained or seasoned in ministry, every homilist will find in this text an indispensable guide to proclaiming the Gospel with clarity, conviction, and pastoral wisdom.