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Clothes say something about what we think, what we value. They also influence how we behave and feel. That our culture has become so casual about everything says something about us. I cannot exactly articulate it but it seems to say, “Nothing is really all that important.” But that is not true. Going to God’s house IS important. Being ministered to by the King of Kings and Lord of Lords is astounding. Casual attire in these circumstances is simply inappropriate." Click here to see the rest of this quotation.

"Clothes say something about what we think, what we value. They also influence how we behave and feel." What are the clothes you wear to Mass on Sunday saying about what you value? Click here for the explanation...

"Worship the Lord in holy attire; tremble before Him, all the earth." Psalm 96: 9

At Sunday Mass we see in people’s attire a reflection of our culture’s casual, relaxed approach to life. Since the Mass is a formal act of worship and our encounter with the Lord, I encourage you to reflect on the choices you make in dress when coming to church. Click here to see what Blogger Tom Perna says about why our attire matters.

Msgr. Pope offers us food for thought with the summer months upon us. I encourage everyone to be attentive to their attire for Mass. It is a way of witnessing to our belief that at Mass, a formal act of worship, we encounter the Lord. Click the article title for more thoughts from Msgr. Gervasio and Msgr. Pope.

Click the article title to read some of the reasons why we should make an effort to dress well for Sunday Mass.

I encourage everyone to be attentive to their attire for Mass. It is a way of witnessing to our belief that at Mass, a formal act of worship, we encounter the Lord. While the Lord certainly knows the intentions of the heart, we should be concerned with the message our appearance conveys to our fellows. Click the article title for a thought-provoking quote from Msgr. Charles Pope, Washington, DC.

Clothes say something about what we think, what we value. They also influence how we behave and feel...Going to God’s house IS important. Being ministered to by the King of Kings and Lord of Lords is astounding. Casual attire in these circumstances is simply inappropriate if we really think about what we are doing, where we are going and who it is we will meet

n a word? Yes! Our clothing choices reflect the importance we place on an event. Yet Americans have a penchant for comfort that translates into casual clothing, and more and more people are opting to attend Mass in attire more appropriate for a workout at the gym or a visit to the beach. While it is certainly true that the Lord knows our hearts and that all are welcome in His House, the choices we make regarding our appearance are a way of providing a witness to our brothers and sisters that worship is important, and that the Church is no ordinary place.

Click the article title to find a gentle reminder from Msgr. Gervasio about how we dress for church. Everyone is welcome, to be sure, but appropriate attire shows respect for the importance of the Mass, provides respect for those who worship with us, and preserves the modesty that we are called to practice.

Please use the pew missal holders for our “Breaking Bread” missal/hymnals only. The holder is not intended for bulletins, soiled tissues, gum and/or candy wrappers, etc. Our regard for the Lord’s house should make us attentive to its care and good order. Moreover, consuming gum or candy in church is not only inappropriate but breaks the required Eucharistic fast before Holy Communion. Thanks for your understanding and cooperation.

Click the article title for some points to keep in mind during the flu season, especially in regard to receiving (and distributing) Holy Communion!

Do you think it doesn’t matter how you look when you come to Mass? Do you ever wonder if there are special etiquette requirements for church? Check out the Church Decorum page under Worship & Liturgy to find out!

In a word? Yes! Our clothing choices reflect the importance we place on an event. Yet Americans have a penchant for comfort that translates into casual clothing, especially outside the workplace. This attitude shows in the way we dress for church. It is certainly true that the Lord knows our hearts and that all are welcome in His House, but the choices we make regarding our appearance are a way of providing a witness to our brothers and sisters that worship is important, and that the Church is no ordinary place.

Clothes say something about what we think. What are our clothes at Sunday Mass saying about the Mass and how we value it? Click the article title to see an article from Msgr. Gervasio about appropriate dress for Mass in the Summertime.

Everyone is welcome in the Lord’s House, to be sure, but we should take the time and effort to remind ourselves and our fellow Catholics that Mass—our meeting with the Lord—is important!! Appropriate attire also provides a respect for those who worship with us and preserves the modesty that we are called to practice. Click the article title for the full article.

Our way of life, with its emphasis on personal freedoms and on what is casual and comfortable, is bound to find its way into the choices we make in the realm of the spiritual. Our manner of dress can be a witness to our faith--a way of recognizing our church as the dwelling of the Most High and a privileged place of prayer. Click the article title for more...

Clothes say something important about what we think, what we value. They also influence how we behave and feel. That our culture has become so casual about everything says something about us. I cannot exactly articulate it, but it seems to say "Nothing is really all that important." But that is not true. Click the article title to find the rest of the quote from Msgr. Charles Pope, Washington, DC, and to find out what IS important!

Our attire denotes the importance we attach to a particular place and to the people we encounter. Our manner of dress when we come to church can be a witness to our faith, a way of recognizing our church as the dwelling of the Most High and a privileged place of prayer. Click the article title to see the message from Msgr. Gervasio about summer attire in church.

Please use the missal holders on the back of the pews for our “Breaking Bread” missal/hymnals only. The holder is not intended for bulletins, soiled tissues, gum and/or candy wrappers, etc. Our regard for the Lord’s house should make us attentive to its care and good order. Moreover, consuming gum or candy in church is not only inappropriate but breaks the required Eucharistic fast before Holy Communion. Thanks for your understanding and cooperation.