Every Ascension edition of The Liturgy of the Hours, Second Edition shares the same artwork, prayers, and interior design. So how do you choose the version that's right for you? It really comes down to two things: the cover material and the font size. Below, we'll walk you through your options, what's included in every edition, and how to purchase in a way that best suits your needs.
Durable and practical, this edition is well-suited for everyday personal or communal prayer. It features:
*Comparable to The Liturgy of the Hours, First Edition (Leather).
Graceful and lightweight, this option adds a noticeable step up in softness and flexibility. It features:
*Comparable to The Great Adventure Catholic Bible, Second Edition (Premium).
A true heirloom edition, handcrafted with top-of-the-line materials at Jongbloed, one of the world's foremost Bible printers. It features:
Clear and comfortable for most readers.
Page size: 4.5" x 6.75".
An increased font size for prayer that's easier on the eyes.
Page size: 5.5" x 8.375".
Standard Leather is a durable bonded cowhide, ideal for everyday use. Premium Leather uses soft goatskin with a calfskin liner for added flexibility. Premium Natural Grain Leather is the heirloom option, handcrafted at Jongbloed with ultra-soft full-grain goatskin and a clamshell keepsake box.
All editions share matching page numbers and line-matched layouts, so any of them work seamlessly for group prayer. Standard Leather is a practical, durable pick for communal use, while Large Print helps members who find smaller text hard to read.
Volume II will be the first to ship, starting January 10, 2027. Remaining volumes ship upon release.
Yes. The Full 4-Volume Bundle includes built-in savings, with each volume shipping automatically upon release. You can buy individual volumes if you prefer to pay as you go.
