Do I have to be Catholic to light a Candle?

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Do I have to be Catholic to light a candle for a prayer to the Lord or a Saint?
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Hi Larry! I believe anyone can light a candle for a prayer in a church. I think a better question to ask yourself would be if you want to consider becoming a catholic if you like the idea of going to church and lighting a candle for The Lord or the intercession of a Saint. Just more of a thought but there is nothing wrong with lighting a candle in church. Go for it!
 
No, Larry, you don’t have to be Catholic to light a candle for a prayer to the Lord or to a Saint.

I have a friend who considers herself non-denominational. And when she attended Mass at our parish, she lit candles for her loved ones every week.
 
No! However, the candle is not in and of itself a prayer. It is a sacramental reminder of that prayer. You might think that, as long as that flame burns, the flame of love in your heart should also be burning in prayer.

You are on the right track, however. Keep investigating the Church, all the way back to Christ.
 
The candle symbolizes prayer before God, and their union, as a Christian, with Christ the light of the world. Some candles are votive candles. A Catholic who lights a votive candle, makes an offering and places an intention before the Lord.
 
You don’t have to be Catholic to light a candle. Please be aware that if you do light one, you are making a prayer, so be sure to do it sincerely and reverently and if possible for you to make the suggested candle donation, do so.
 
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