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For Catholics the reasons are multiple, but, the most important it to meet and commune with Our Lord Jesus our daily.
Some other reasons:
To fulfill your Sunday Obligation as prescribed in the Precepts of the Church.
To gather and pray with your spiritual family, i.e. your fellow parishioners.
To follow God's loving guidance by hearing Word of God in the readings and the homilies.
To be transformed by Christ's grace.
Please see the link below for more Catholic reasons for attending Mass.
What else can I help you with?
Why was swithen wells killed?
He was executed in England in 1591 for the "crime" of attending Catholic Mass.
Is it necessary to fast for one hour before attending mass or receiving communion"?
Yes, it is typically recommended to fast for one hour before attending mass or receiving communion in the Catholic Church.
At what age are catholics excused from not attending mass?
The only age at which a Catholic could be excused from attending Mass would not be a chronological age exactly, but perhaps when one is too old or sick to be able to attend Mass and there is no help available. Otherwise, I should think death would be the only acceptable measure!
Is it appropriate for Lutherans to make the sign of the cross when attending Roman Catholic Mass?
If the Lutheran feels comfortable making the Sign of the Cross in a Catholic Church there is nothing to prevent it. In fact, it would be encouraged.
When can a Catholic quit going to Mass?
A Catholic is no longer bound to Mass the day after he has died and left the earth. At that point, he will either be in heaven seeing Our Blessed Lord face to face, or he will be in hell, eternally beyond any hope of seeing Him face to face. Either way, the Mass would be meaningless. and the obligation void.A Catholic is considered under an obligation to go to mass as long as he or she is able.One exclusion is when the Catholic ceases to be a Catholic, either by attending worship services of another denomination or religion, or by ceasing to believe in God. The moment this point is reached, the former Catholic can quit going to mass.
Is it permissible to attend the Church of the Nazarene if you are a Catholic?
As a Catholic, to actively participate in any form of worship service outside of your Catholic Faith is gravely wrong. A Catholic is obliged to fulfill their Sunday obligation by attending Mass each week under pain of mortal sin unless there are extenuating circumstances as to why you cannot go. If no Catholic Mass is available, then it is better to stay at home and pray the Rosary and read the Mass of that day in your Missal. This can be done as a family or group. Attending the ceremonies of another religion or sect is not permitted, except for social affairs such as funerals or marriages, and even then a Catholic may not actively participate in the ceremony. In the modern spirit of ecumenism, interfaith dialogue and the melding of Christian ceremonies are encouraged, even by some Catholic pastors and prelates. This novel movement is contrary to Catholic teaching and its practice is not condoned by Catholic teaching or tradition. For the Church of the Nazarene, they do discourage anyone from worshipping or attending their churches. All people are welcome and encouraged participate in the worship service. Even if you're Catholic.
Is it okay to attend only Saturday mass?
.Catholic AnswerYes, a Catholic is required to attend Mass each Sunday and Holy Day of Obligation. The Church has tried to make this easier by supplying a Sunday (or Holy Day) Mass on the evening preceding, thus Sunday Mass is celebrated in most Churches starting on Saturday evening and this fulfills your obligation.
What is a mass intention in the Catholic Church and how does it impact the celebration of the Mass?
A mass intention in the Catholic Church is a specific prayer request made by a person or group for a particular intention, such as the health of a loved one or a special intention. This intention is then offered up during the celebration of the Mass by the priest. It impacts the Mass by adding a personal and specific focus to the prayers and intentions of the Mass, allowing for a more individualized and meaningful experience for those attending.
Why do Catholics need the Pope's blessing to convert to another religion?
Roman Catholic AnswerThere is no such thing as "converting to another religion." If you are a baptized Catholic, than you are a Catholic. If you are not attending Mass but have "joined" another religion, then you are considered an apostate, a heretic, or a schismatic But you are a Catholic apostate, Catholic heretic, or Catholic schismatic, and, no, the Pope is not going to give you a blessing for committing sin.
What are some fun activities that can help kids learn more about Catholics?
Some fun activities that can help kids learn more about Catholics include attending Mass, participating in Catholic youth groups, volunteering at a Catholic charity, visiting a Catholic church or shrine, and reading books about Catholic saints and traditions.
What time does church get out?
This depends on a number of factors: when church started, which faith you practice, which specific service you are attending. For most places, catholic mass lasts approximately one hour.
Can a Catholic go to a service at another church?
Catholics may attend a service in another denomination but may not participate in their communion. Also, Catholics may not substitute attending a non-Catholic service for their obligation to attend a Catholic Mass.
