The Sacrament of Preparation, written by David Vaughan Gwilym, is a book that explores the concept of preparation as a sacrament. The author argues that preparation is an essential part of the Christian faith and that it can be seen as a sacrament in its own right. Through a series of essays, Gwilym examines the role of preparation in various aspects of Christian life, including prayer, worship, and the sacraments.The book is divided into four parts, each of which explores a different aspect of preparation. Part one focuses on the concept of preparation itself, examining its meaning and significance within the Christian tradition. Part two explores the role of preparation in prayer, while part three looks at its role in worship. The final part of the book examines the sacraments of preparation, including baptism and confirmation.Throughout the book, Gwilym draws on a range of sources, including scripture, theology, and personal experience. He argues that preparation is not simply a means to an end, but is in fact an essential part of the Christian life. By exploring the sacrament of preparation in depth, he offers readers a new perspective on the importance of this often-overlooked aspect of the faith.Overall, The Sacrament of Preparation is a thought-provoking and insightful book that offers a fresh perspective on an important aspect of the Christian faith. It will be of interest to anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of the role of preparation in the Christian life.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.