Since its inception in 1979, on the heels of the passage of thethen-"new" Book of Common Prayer, The Book of OccasionalServices has provided authorized liturgical material for a varietyof seasons, occasions, and circumstances that are not part ofthe regular worship of the Church. Over the years, the BOShas become a staple in virtually every congregation in theEpiscopal Church.This newest edition of The Book of Occasional Services willcontain material presented to the 2006 General Convention of theEpiscopal Church, including the long-awaited liturgies for rites ofpassage and transition into young adulthood, and prayers and