Presents the authorised readings from Common Worship for the pastoral offices of Church of England, printed out in full in the NRSV translation of the Bible.

It includes readings and collects for a wide range of special occasions, including:

• Baptism and Confirmation with seasonal variations
• Marriage
• Wholeness and Healing services throughout the year
• Ordinations and Appointments
• Ember Days
• Funerals
• Creation, Harvest and the World

The Bible texts are clearly laid out with introductions and closing responses included as appropriate, making this an ideal volume for reading aloud.