Stone & Incense
I was Catholic once · Step 5 of 7Back to Mass
Your first Sunday back. What to do, what to skip, what to expect.
In short. You’re expected back, like the son the father ran to meet.1 If you’re aware of serious sin, go to confession before receiving Communion; it’s a door, not a wall.2
Key points
- The center of the prodigal son is the merciful father.1
- Anyone aware of grave sin should go to confession before Communion.2
- Catholics are asked to keep Sunday Mass.3
Try this, this week
- Pick one Mass this weekend and go.
- Look up confession times at that parish.
- Read Luke 15:11-32 the night before.
“‘He arose and came to his father. But while he was still far off, his father saw him and was moved with compassion, and ran, fell on his neck, and kissed him.”
Common questions
Remember: You don’t need to sneak in. You’re expected.