Do you ever wear blue jeans to Sunday Mass?

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Karin:
LOL!!!
The last funeral I was at I was still pregnant with my son …wore maternity clothes then. But if a funeral came up now I guess I would be forced to go and buy some black jeans (joking) well at least some black pants of some sort.
And nope…my wardrobe is basically sweats, jeans, khakis and shorts for the summer (but these never are worn to mass)…and then throw in blouses, t-shirts, sweaters and tank tops(those dont get worn for Mass either).When I retired 6 years ago I got rid of all that 9-5 clothing YUCK…nylons, dresses, skirts…one word for them all YUCKY!!! I hope someone is getting good use out of them since I gave them to Good Will.🙂
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I actually have no problem with black (or anything but blue) jeans.
My sister (God Love her) just had a knee replaced because of an accident a couple of years ago. NO ONE wanted to see that knee before the surgery. Yuck. She has been in different kinds of jeans since the accident because her brace would go through the material if it wasn’t sturdy.
 
I do not shop at Walmart… first off their is not one in my area and second if I buy clothes regardless if they are jeans or a dress I buy quality(it seems that KMart and Walmart really do not sell anything that is worth spending money on, IMHO)…I want something to last not fall apart the first time I wash it!

I feel that either my custom tailored jeans or khakis with a nice blouse or sweater are totally acceptable for Mass:) …what I wear has no bearing on others at Mass…they are not there to judge others on what is worn etc. but to build their faith and relationship with God! If they choose to wear a dress or suit or whatever that is their choice and kudos to them!
 
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spiritblows:
I think my analogy is rather apt. It’s a weekly get together at the Eucharistic table.
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We crossed in our posting but it’s not a weekly get together either! If I may say, you are illustrating the casualness that has crept in regarding the Mass. It is not a casual event and should never be treated as such. It is an awe inspiring event. The Eucharist is the apex of our Faith.
 
netmil(name removed by moderator):
I actually have no problem with black (or anything but blue) jeans.
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Well I have those (jeans) too…black, blue, green, brown…its nearly a rainbow:)
 
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spiritblows:
Yes, but what about when you are pretty familiar terms with that person, and you get together every week for a family meal with them? Wouldn’t that level of intimacy make you a little more relaxed? Sure, you would probably not wear raggy blue jeans, unless you were a teenager, but you probably wouldn’t wear formal clothes either. .
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Yes, this is true but usually the person/friend we are on familiar terms with we probably consider that person our equal. Jesus on the other hand is superior to all.
 
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bear06:
We crossed in our posting but it’s not a weekly get together either! If I may say, you are illustrating the casualness that has crept in regarding the Mass. It is not a casual event and should never be treated as such. It is an awe inspiring event. The Eucharist is the apex of our Faith.
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I disagree. It is weekly, and we all come together, making it a weekly get together of the Church community. Actually, I dress pretty nice for Mass, better than most people, so I think you must have me confused with someone else. 🙂

P.S. This thread has over 200 posts at this point :eek: I had no idea it would draw this much discussion! :eek:
 
Actually, I dress pretty nice for Mass, better than most people, so I think you must have me confused with someone else. 🙂
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I wasn’t addressing your dress. I was addressing your analogy. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass is far more than a weekly get together. The problem is that much of society feels exactly as you analogy. They think it’s a simple weekly get together where we share a meal. 😦
 
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spiritblows:
I think my analogy is rather apt. It’s a weekly get together at the Eucharistic table.
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With the Creator of the Heaven and the Earth, not a bunch of humans.
When we focus too much on the Community and not enough on Jesus, King of Kings and Lord of Lords, we have the Happy Kumbaya Liturgies.

This is not a Children’s Liturgy. We are adults.
 
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bear06:
I wasn’t addressing your dress. I was addressing your analogy. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass is far more than a weekly get together. The problem is that much of society feels exactly as you analogy. They think it’s a simple weekly get together where we share a meal. 😦
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No, that’s not all there is to it, but that is one aspect of it.
 
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spiritblows:
No, that’s not all there is to it, but that is one aspect of it.
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Maybe it would be easier just to ask you this. What was the point you were trying to make when you said this?
Yes, but what about when you are pretty familiar terms with that person, and you get together every week for a family meal with them? Wouldn’t that level of intimacy make you a little more relaxed? Sure, you would probably not wear raggy blue jeans, unless you were a teenager, but you probably wouldn’t wear formal clothes either.
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Of course, the first time you were introduced to that person (equivalent to 1st Communion or Confirmation) you would probably dress to the hilt, but meeting every Sunday for dinner, I would hope you’d be relaxed enough to not feel compelled to dress so fancy.
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My point was, we don’t have to dress to the hilt each and every Sunday. I always dress much better on Easter and Christmas. I feel that there is more leeway for every Sunday. I pretty much explained it in my post, which was in response to the analogy of comparing meeting Jesus at Mass to meeting the President.

If I was meeting the President for a one time event, I would dress to the hilt. If I got together with him every week I would dress more casual. Get it? I was responding to a previous analogy.
 
Anyways, I’ve said my piece. I’m now exiting stage left, I have nothing more to say on the subject. 🙂
 
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I’m sorry, what was the original topic?

(oooo, just kidding. Please don’t suspend me!!)
 
**I don’t know about the rest of you on this thread when it comes to dressing up for Sunday Mass but for our family some of our Sundays are total Chaos! Dressing nice (nice for us does not mean expensive) takes planning. All but one of my kids doesn’t mind dressing up but that one kid that does mind makes everyone miserable with his complaints. His number one complaint is that all the other kids in church get to wear jeans or shorts why should he have to dress up. My husband used to wear holy frayed jeans with the same excuse “everyone else does it why can’t I”. It took him awhile to come around. He still doesn’t wear shirts and ties but at least he’s out of the jeans. **

Getting the whole family dressed in their Sunday best especially when you have little ones or rebellious teenagers is not an easy task. It’s much easier to throw the jeans and t-shirt and slip your feet in the flip flops but where is the sacrifice in that? Where is the respect? I want my kids to know that Sunday is the most special day of the week and I feel that dressing in something nice, something special that we don’t wear everyday is one of the ways to do this.
 
GloriaPatri4 said:
** I want my kids to know that Sunday is the most special day of the week and I feel that dressing in something nice, something special that we don’t wear everyday is one of the ways to do this.**
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It is work.
One day my girls will know how to put on their own tights.
sigh

To me it is worth it.
 
GloriaPatri4 said:
I want my kids to know that Sunday is the most special day of the week and I feel that dressing in something nice, something special that we don’t wear everyday is one of the ways to do this.
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Everyone has such great comments, it’s just easier for me to quote. 🙂 I completely agree GloriaPatri4.
 
The Sisters used to tell us that when we went to Mass we were at Gods house. Now I know that sounds all very simple and old fashioned, but I still believe it. Just think Gods house. The Creator of the universe and everything in it. The One who gave me life and the ability to see, taste, feel and experience this world, and all the pleasures and delights therin. And I can’t be bothered to dress up a little to show Him my respect and adoration? Heck, I’ve worn a coat and tie to almost every job interview that I’ve ever had as a sign of respect. Should I show God the Creator less?
 
netmil(name removed by moderator):
I’m sorry, what was the original topic?

(oooo, just kidding. Please don’t suspend me!!)
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Gavel suspended half way in mid air. :whistle:
 
When I get “dressed up” for mass I usually do so for those around me and to make them happy, not Jesus.

Jesus is more concerned about how my soul is dressed.

Reidtgang
 
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