Sanctus, Sanctus, Sanctus: An Illustrated Introduction to the Latin Mass
Illustrated by Adalee Hude · Published by TAN Books
Overview
Rediscover the truth, goodness, and beauty of the Mass of the Ages. Sanctus, Sanctus, Sanctus is a richly illustrated introduction to the Traditional Latin Mass, designed for readers young and old who want to understand not only what happens at the altar, but what it means.
This book gently lifts the veil on the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass, revealing the meeting of Heaven and earth that takes place at every liturgy. As Pope Saint Gregory the Great taught, “The heavens open and multitudes of angels come to assist in the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass.” Through reverent illustrations, clear explanations, and carefully chosen excerpts of the Latin missal with English translations, readers are invited to see the Mass as the Church has always understood it.
The beauty of sacred language, the precision of ritual movement, and the saving sacrifice of Christ offered to the Father are all presented with warmth and clarity. This is not a technical manual, but a visual and spiritual guide that forms the heart as much as the mind.
- Understand the meaning and structure of the Traditional Latin Mass.
- See how the liturgy unites Heaven and earth at every Mass.
- Learn the Latin prayers of the Mass alongside clear English translations.
- Deepen appreciation for reverence, silence, and sacred ritual.
- Engage children and adults alike through beautiful illustrations.
Who This Book Is For
For those unfamiliar with the Latin Mass but curious to learn, this book offers a welcoming, non-overwhelming introduction. Readers who have only attended the Novus Ordo will find that learning about the Latin Mass deepens their understanding of the Mass as a whole, illuminating elements often taken for granted.
For children who are able to sit attentively but need help engaging more fully at Mass, Sanctus, Sanctus, Sanctus serves as a visual and verbal companion, guiding them step by step through what is happening at the altar and why it matters.
Intended Audience
Ideal for Catholic families, homeschooling parents, parish catechesis, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the Traditional Latin Mass. Especially valuable for introducing children and newcomers to the richness of the Church’s liturgical tradition.
FAQs
Is this book only for those attending the Latin Mass?
No. It enriches understanding of the Mass in general and deepens appreciation for both forms of the Roman Rite.
Is this suitable for children?
Yes. The illustrations and clear explanations make it especially effective for children who are learning to follow the Mass.
Key Themes
- The Mass as the meeting of Heaven and earth
- Reverence, beauty, and sacred tradition
- Active participation through understanding
Watch a Preview
- SKU:
- 3171
- ISBN-13:
- 9781505128291
- Publication Date:
- 06/13/2023
- Pages:
- 42
- Illustrator:
- Adalee Hude
- Pdf:
- https://tanbooks.com/content/3137_Preview.pdf
- Imprint:
- TAN Books
- Format:
- Hardcover
- Height:
- 9.00
- Width:
- 6.00
24 Reviews Hide Reviews Show Reviews
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Very happy with these!
Very happy with this purchase. My daughters are having a much easier time following the mass (ages 10 and 8) only thing that would’ve made it better would be adding in some Sundays (the gospels, epistle, etc)
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It’s really an abbreviated missal…
I bought this book thinking it was just going to be beautiful pictures that some of the younger ones could look at during mass, but it’s actually got a lot of the mass prayers in it, both Latin and English. Like full length prayers, not simplified versions of them. Bc it’s more like an actual missal, I gave it to my 9yr old who hates using missals or any sort of books during mass. I’ve tried all sorts of children’s missals, and mass instruction type books (i.e. “know your mass”), he’s a strong enough reader that he could even use an adult missal, but he won’t use any of them. Now, He doesn’t hold this one all the way through or anything, but when he recognizes a parts of the mass he grabs the book to look for it. He really likes the Latin in it too. I do kinda wish there were more prayers in it, but I would definitely recommend it for any older child that doesn’t like a standard missal. The pictures in it are much more engaging than what is usually found in a child’s missal.
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Perfect for young children!
We bought this for our almost three year old, who’s not interested in board books anymore but wants a missal with pictures for mass. This is perfect! It has beautiful illustrations that are clear and simple for little ones to follow along with. I love the translations so I can read it to him later and he can understand more of what’s happening in the mass - thank you!
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Absolutely beautiful!
This book is absolutely beautiful! Our kids are excited to use it at Mass.
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Sanctus
Beautiful illustrations!! Printed on high quality paper.
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Sanctus Sanctus Sanctus
This book is beautiful! I love the way the book is organized. The prayers first in Latin and then in English are arranged in such a beautiful way. I could immediately picture Mass in my head and saying each of these prayers. To have the Latin was beautiful and offered such a rich experience just from reading the pages. As a Catholic who wants to experience the Latin Mass, this book is a beautiful example of the Mass and a wonderful resource. The illustrations in the book are outstanding. I found myself staring at them trying to take on each detail. While this book is geared toward children, I believe it can be a great resource for anyone wanting to learn the Latin version of the common prayers we use at Mass. I loved everything about this book and am so grateful to TAN Books for the copy. All views are my honest opinion.
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Beautifully done!
I will be donating two books to two parishes in Nashville that provide TLM and Catechesis of the Good Shepherd.
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Wonderful tool for sharing Latin with children!
Completely gorgeous illustrations! The side by side combo of Latin and English makes for a wonderful resource for young and old Catholics alike- helping us all to better understand the universal language of the Church and the mysteries of the Mass. I love the rich details in the illustrations, borders, and backgrounds!
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Stunning
The artwork is spectacular, I really felt it transport me into the spiritual view and while I was standing my living room previewing it i felt like I was watching the Mass from the sidelines. It explains whats happening visually so even for my small children that can't read the words they may still follow along and unserstand the great Mystery The Latin is perfect, a simple but complete translation- as someone who has grown up and practically memorized the Mass prayers. I love that each illustration mimics the altar cards with the ornate frame art.
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A beautiful visual guide for children attending Latin mass
This is a delightful resource for parents to give their children to help them better understand the Latin mass. The visual depictions are not only beautifully drawn but also very informative. Children (and adults, for that matter) will be able to follow along using the visual guides and also get a peek at the beauty unfolding that we are not able to literally see. Highly recommend for anyone who attends TLM or for anyone who is curious about it!
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Beautiful book for children
I love this book. The illustrations are stunning and the subject matter is very near and dear to me. Adalee Hude is my favorite sacred artist!!
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Excellent for Children Preparing to Receive First Holy Communion!
One of my favorite features of this book is the presence of angels and saints on several pages of the Eucharistic Prayer. Seeing these illustrations helps my 2nd and 3rd grade Sac Prep students picture this invisible reality. In class, they read in their textbook, "At Mass we are surrounded by the angels and saints in Heaven, and join with them in worshipping God." They see them beautifully illustrated in this Latin Missal. Other favorite aspects of this book are: the faces of Jesus, the priest and altar boys; the intricate borders on every page; and the "Communicants through the ages" at the Communion rail. I highly recommend this book to families who attend the Latin Mass to help their children preparing to receive Holy Communion better understand what happens at Mass - that we can't see. Christine Peters Sacramental Prep Catechist St Thomas Aquinas Church Camas, WA
