Each volume follows the two year daily lectionary, and contains the orders for morning prayer (Matins), evening prayer (Vespers), and prayer at the close of the day (Compline), the Psalms, and the Apostles Creed. Volumes 1 and 3 contain Luther's Small Catechism. Volumes 2 and 4 contain "The Dial," by Lancelot Andrews. Volume 1 is intended to be used beginning with Advent preceding odd numbered years.