My friend has got bad exmaia on her hands so does not want to shake is there a sign so not to upset the ones who do ,it has upset her that much she stopped coming to her church
In the mass, The peace sign is optional for the priest to implement. And if it’s implemented, she doesn’t have to touch anyone. Just maybe a nod and smile with a person a two so as not to be rude will due.
The Sign of Peace is an optional part of the Mass and does not have to be included if the priests decides not to. If your friend doesn’t want to shake hands, she could just keep her hands firmly joined and simply nod and smile politely to the individuals around her. Nobody is compelled to shake hands at Mass if they don’t want to and that should be respected by others.
Lots of people at our parish don’t shake hands. They clasp them together and nod their head while smiling and say Peace be with you etc, or they raise their hand and give a little wave at each person they speak to.
It’s not a big deal, so tell your friend not to feel bad, and please come back!
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