Sunday Obligation/Holy Days -- work

[Gobbledygook]

First off, I’m very scrupulous. Since it’s the start of Holy Week, I’m more anxious then ever. I’m sure I’m not the only one.

1. Is it sinful to work during the day of a Holy Day of Obligation? Of course, I would attend Mass for that Holy Day, but I’m just confused about it because reading on this forum, I’ve gotten conflicting answers as to what is acceptable for Holy Days. I’ve honestly never heard of this before.
2. Is it sinful to help around the house on Sundays after Mass? My dad sometimes does some yard work around the house and often times asks for my help.

Thanks in advance, I’ve had kind of a rough day because with the start of Holy Week, I searched the forum looking for one answer regarding Good Friday but then ended up struggling with other questions that came from what I was reading. Kind of ironic.

 

[teachccd]

First of all during Holy Week there are no Holy Days of Obligation. Easter Sunday is, of course, as all Sundays are Holy Days. Helping your dad in the yard after Mass is no sin on Sunday or any other Holy Day of Obligation. Only if your work interferes with your Sunday obligation or is totally unnecessary. Honoring your dad by giving him a helping hand is no sin but can be virtuous. So relax and keep Sunday a day of prayer which can be done as you show God the love you have for your father in the yard after Mass…Have a blessed Holy Week…teachccd

 

[thistle]

First off, I’m very scrupulous. Since it’s the start of Holy Week, I’m more anxious then ever. I’m sure I’m not the only one.

1. Is it sinful to work during the day of a Holy Day of Obligation? Of course, I would attend Mass for that Holy Day, but I’m just confused about it because reading on this forum, I’ve gotten conflicting answers as to what is acceptable for Holy Days. I’ve honestly never heard of this before.
2. Is it sinful to help around the house on Sundays after Mass? My dad sometimes does some yard work around the house and often times asks for my help.

Thanks in advance, I’ve had kind of a rough day because with the start of Holy Week, I searched the forum looking for one answer regarding Good Friday but then ended up struggling with other questions that came from what I was reading. Kind of ironic.

CCC 2181 The Sunday Eucharist is the foundation and confirmation of all Christian practice. For this reason the faithful are obliged to participate in the Eucharist on days of obligation, unless excused for a serious reason (for example, illness, the care of infants) or dispensed by their own pastor. Those who deliberately fail in this obligation commit a grave sin.

CCC 2185 On Sundays and other holy days of obligation, the faithful are to refrain from engaging in work or activities that hinder the worship owed to God, the joy proper to the Lord’s Day, the performance of the works of mercy, and the appropriate relaxation of mind and body. Family needs or important social service can legitimately excuse from the obligation of Sunday rest. The faithful should see to it that legitimate excuses do not lead to habits prejudicial to religion, family life, and health.

 

[diggerdomer]

First off, I’m very scrupulous. Since it’s the start of Holy Week, I’m more anxious then ever. I’m sure I’m not the only one.

There are plenty Catholics who are scrupulous or over-scrupulous so imho feel free to give yourself a break.

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   1. Is it sinful to work during the day of a Holy Day of Obligation? Of course, I would attend Mass for that Holy Day, but I’m just confused about it because reading on this forum, I’ve gotten conflicting answers as to what is acceptable for Holy Days. I’ve honestly never heard of this before.

   Objectively, no. Beyond that, you are the judge.
   

   1. Is it sinful to help around the house on Sundays after Mass? My dad sometimes does some yard work around the house and often times asks for my help.

   Objectively, no. Beyond that, you are the judge.