Missing Mass

[mush]

I’ve just returned to the Church after an absence of about 10 months. I’ve had a lifelong battle with weak faith and during this time I’ve done a lot of reading about different faiths - protestant, hindu etc. In my heart and head, though, I know that Catholicism is the truth and I always feel that I am being called back home to the Church. Three weeks ago I went to confession and was feeling great that I was back at home. This past Sunday I missed Mass due to the threat of severe weather. We did have some heavy rain in the morning (with a tornado watch for most of the day). It did clear later in the day - early enough for me to go to the 5 pm mass although we still were under a high wind warning. I no longer can drive due to partial vision loss but my husband was willing to drop me off at church. Since this would be around dinner time (I am a type 1 diabetic and eating on time is important) I do not go to Mass at that time of day. At the time, I thought that this would not be sinful, but know I am feeling that I should have gone. I’m not looking for an excuse, but just what is an acceptable excuse for missing Mass?

 

[1ke]

I think that severe weather, coupled with your condition and limited driving ability, were legitimate circumstances.

However, if you are feeling like you could have gotten to Mass, simply mention it in your next confession.

 

[Rand_Al_Thor]

Pax vobiscum!

I agree with 1ke. It seems like you had a legitimate reason for missing Mass. But like 1ke said, just mention it next time in confession…it couldn’t hurt!

In Christ,
Rand

 

[mush]

Thank you. That’s good advice. I will mention this in my next confession.