Is missing Mass when ill a mortal sin?

[jonesy]

Hi and thank you for taking my question. I was sick with cold on the Sunday before Christmas and missed Mass. I thought I would be well enough for Mass by Christmas day, but I just kept getting worse. On Christmas day when I woke up, I felt awful. I showered and dressed and went to my inlaws for dinner, thinking I would attend the afternoon Mass at 3:30. I got worse during the day and went home early without going to Mass. Did I commit a mortal sin on those two days? I didn’t think I did and since attended Mass and Communion, but now I’m having second thoughts. I would never hurt Our Lord in this way and will go to confession if necessary. Thank you.

 

[Reginald_Plum]

jonesy,

This link should answer your question about missing Mass when you are sick. I’ve also included information on scrupulosity in case you or another person reading might suffer from it. If you have any further questions or concerns that are not answered by these links, please contact Catholic Answers directly.

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