You are very welcome Michael.Unfortunately Saturday hours are usually the same (though not always) so that would also not generally be an option. Thank you for your reply though it’s much appreciated.
That’s not correct. In post #2 the Op was asked:He mentioned Sunday hours but not Saturday hours, which is why I asked him this question.
The Op then directly answered LumineDiei in post #5:Is Saturday evening anticipation Mass an option or a late Sunday evening near your college?
You’re question about Saturday mass wasn’t until post# 14, after the Op answered that he cannot attend.Thank you for your reply. Unfortunately I work on a food truck that regularly goes 2-3 hours out of Melbourne for events so my days usually go from 6.00am-9.00pm at best by the time I get back so I generally can’t get to any masses if I choose to work that day.
No offense, but since you identify yourself as Pentecostal, I don’t think you should be giving advice on a Catholic forum without immediately making it clear that you are not Catholic.God is God on the other six days of the week isn’t He? How many days per week did Jesus attend church? Don’t get me wrong, this is an important aspect of our lives. Going to church can help us build a relationship with God and get our minds centered on what’s right. However, you also need to eat, and God understands that. If you are allowing these missed church days to let yourself slip from the presence of God, then yeah, it’s a sin. However, if you are still keeping with the ritual of building that one on one experience with God, you have to understand that He’s right there at work with you.
You can go to mass on any day of the week you are able. It is always beneficial.I am 75 yrs old and have fatigue and depression as well as early Parkinsons. When I go to Mass it is an effort and my energy is depleted for the day. If I miss Mass then I go to confession. I stay at home most of the time. If I could go to Mass during the week it would make all the difference. Should I ask a Priest?
Christ only established one Church and that was the Catholic Church. He entrusted it with the Deposit of Faith and gave it the authority to teach in matters of faith and morals. All Church teachings are backed by the full authority of God.What does it matter if I’m Catholic, Pentecostal, or any other religion? Aren’t we all striving for the same thing, which is Heaven? Man cannot provide forgiveness of any kind, only God has the ability to do that. Since God is a God of grace and mercy, missing a Sunday because of important obligations doesnt mean you’re going to go to Hell.
What will this man be missing if he misses a service? Don’t confine God to the halls of a church. I believe that all denominations are invited into Heavan provided they do their best. You shouldnt bring up my religious base, although you are probably meaning that I “don’t understand” Catholic practices. On that note I will say, there is only one way to Heaven and that is confessing our sins and that Jesus Christ is Lord of our life. No man can provide penance, only God.
Jesus removed the third party of the High Priest when He died on the cross. Dont get me wrong, I’m not saying you should miss church, I’m merely pointing out that as long as you are upholding the beliefs and standards of a true Christian (not catholic, not pentecostal) you will make it to Heaven.
And one of the rules you agreed to when registering on this forum was:probably meaning that I “don’t understand” Catholic practices
It matters because a Catholic is asking about the Catholic mass obligation, which is a matter of Catholic Church law, which Catholics are bound to follow.What does it matter if I’m Catholic, Pentecostal, or any other religion?
No one said anyone was going to hell.Since God is a God of grace and mercy, missing a Sunday because of important obligations doesnt mean you’re going to go to Hell.
Again, this is a function of your lack of understanding of Catholic theology.What will this man be missing if he misses a service?
Not exactly.Dont get me wrong, I’m not saying you should miss church, I’m merely pointing out that as long as you are upholding the beliefs and standards of a true Christian (not catholic, not pentecostal) you will make it to Heaven
It matters because this forum is “Catholic Answers”, its purpose is to answer questions about the Catholic faith, and the question being asked in this thread is specifically from a Catholic asking about his Catholic Mass obligation. What some non-Catholic might think or advise is not on point to the thread discussion, and your offering advice without making it clear you’re a non-Catholic is misleading if not outright dishonest. We have a continuing problem on here with non-Catholics giving wrong advice to people seeking a Catholic answer. Please don’t contribute to the problem.What does it matter if I’m Catholic, Pentecostal, or any other religion? Aren’t we all striving for the same thing, which is Heaven?
Catholics are obligated to both divine and ecclesial law. This isn’t an either/or proposition. It’s both/and.Catholic law? What about Biblical law? Scriptural law?
The Eucharist is the body, blood, soul and divinity of Jesus.the Eucharistic, is that the presence of God for Catholics?
Yes the Catholic understanding of ecclesia is different from yours. Moreover, the Mass is not simply a service and you cannot DIY it at home.For me, going to church is getting close to God in a spiritual way. However, this can be attained at home or anywhere. I do understand Catholicism has rituals and blessings that I do not know about and I am admitting this…
I reject “once saved always saved” theology. It is not compatible with Christ’s teaching nor Paul’s teaching in his Epistles. It’s not biblical.If you believe in God and He is your Savior, you’re going to Heaven…no matter where you go to church.