Taking Part in the Work: A Sanctuary Furniture Planning Guide for the Catholic Parish

Put knowledge and experience in the hands of your parish with this FREE book! At last, a down to earth, short and sweet, “layman’s terms” guide to understanding the great responsibility entrusted to those who seek to acquire sacred furniture for God’s house! Inspired by the U.S. Bishop’s directive in Living Stones #175, included are many tips and real life examples to help your parish successfully manage - from preparing your committee, to design considerations, to selecting the right artists - this portion of any church remodeling or new construction project.
Following the provisions set forth in the General Instruction of the Roman Missal and Living Stones, this guide book is intended to assist pastors and parish committees in their planning and project management, and is suitable for lay people, busy pastors, and design professionals alike. In simple, brief, and easy to understand terms, liturgical furniture artisan Tim Schoonard shares his advice and insight gained from over two and a half decades of building and designing sacred furnishings for Catholic parishes.