Can Catholics work on Sunday?
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In short: Avoid work that gets in the way of worship and real rest, when you can. CCC 2185
The answer, in writing
On Sundays, the faithful should avoid work that hinders the worship owed to God, the joy of the Lord’s Day, works of mercy and real rest. CCC 2185
Family needs or important social service can legitimately excuse from Sunday rest. CCC 2185
Nurses, firefighters and parents all work Sundays. Go to Mass, and protect some real rest when you can.
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- Catechism of the Catholic Church, paragraphs 2185 (official text on vatican.va).
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