Comprising a large number of extracts from biblical and literary sources, including poems and prose, these readings for secondary-school assemblies are arranged in themes. Each theme has an introduction and suggestions on how to use the readings, and the book ends with a collection of prayers.

Comprising a large number of extracts from biblical and literary sources, including poems and prose, these readings for secondary-school assemblies are arranged in themes such as Christmas, the life of Christ, Easter, some of Christ's parables, the story of St Peter, Christian teachings, rules for living, and saints and saintly people. Each theme has an introduction and suggestions on how to use the readings, and the book ends with a collection of prayers, together with advice as to suitable occasions for use.