Going to Mass with them
One hour. Here’s what happens.
In short. Catholics are asked to take part in Mass every Sunday.1 It has two great parts, the Liturgy of the Word and the Liturgy of the Eucharist.2
Key points
- Sunday Mass matters deeply to them.1
- Two halves: readings, then the Eucharist.2
- Communion is for Catholics who are prepared; guests can come forward for a blessing or stay seated.3
Try this, this week
- Go once. Take the pew guide.
- Get coffee after and ask what moved them.
Common questions
Can I receive Communion?
Video answer: Catholic Answers, stoneandincense.com/en/questions/can-i-receive-communion/
Communion is for Catholics who are prepared and in a state of grace.3
What about our wedding?
Video answer: The Thomistic Institute (Dominican friars), stoneandincense.com/en/questions/what-about-our-wedding/
Marriage between a Catholic and a baptized non-Catholic needs the permission of Church authority, and with a non-baptized partner a dispensation.4 Both partners should know the purposes of marriage, and the Catholic partner promises to raise children in the faith.4
Remember: Copy the person next to you. Nobody is checking.