Missing Mass

[FaithT]

I had an embarrassing health related problem today. Because of this I decided to skip Mass. (i only go on Saturdays except Easter, for other reasons). By the time Mass was going to start I was feeling better but not sure it was over. Then I thought my issue was over, but by that time I‘d already decided to do something else. I plan to watch Mass online tomorrow morning and participate to make up for missing today, except I obviously won’t take communion. Is that an excuse to skip Mass or do I need to confess this?

 

[Michie]

I had an embarrassing health related problem today. Because of this I decided to skip Mass. (i only go on Saturdays except Easter, for other reasons). By the time Mass was going to start I was feeling better but not sure it was over. Then I thought my issue was over, but by that time I‘d already decided to do something else. I plan to watch Mass online tomorrow morning and participate to make up for missing today, except I obviously won’t take communion. Is that an excuse to skip Mass or do I need to confess this?

If you are truly in a situation where you can’t go, there is no reason to confess it. This could be that you are ill, taking care of a loved one, dangerous driving conditions, etc.

 

[FaithT]

If you are truly in a situation where you can’t go, there is no reason to confess it. This could be that you are ill, taking care of a loved one, dangerous driving conditions, etc.

If you are truly in a situation where you can’t go, there is no reason to confess it. This could be that you are ill, taking care of a loved one, dangerous driving conditions, etc.

Yes, but I was feeling better by the time Mass was about to start but went out to do other things anyway.

 

[Michie]

Yes, but I was feeling better by the time Mass was about to start but went out to do other things anyway.

Well if it makes you feel better, go ahead and confess it. Can’t hurt anything.

 

[JimR-OCDS]

Yes, but I was feeling better by the time Mass was about to start but went out to do other things anyway.

So, you were at risk for picking up an illness or passing one on.

As far as I know, Sundays and Holy Days of Obligation for Catholics have received
dispensation if they are a health risk to themselves or others. This applies
especially for those over 65 years of age.

I have more concern over why you felt ill in the first place.
Is there an underlying health issue? See your doctor to
be checked out.

I pray you feel OK!

 

[Lady Bug]

I had an embarrassing health related problem today. Because of this I decided to skip Mass. (i only go on Saturdays except Easter, for other reasons). By the time Mass was going to start I was feeling better but not sure it was over. Then I thought my issue was over, but by that time I‘d already decided to do something else. I plan to watch Mass online tomorrow morning and participate to make up for missing today, except I obviously won’t take communion. Is that an excuse to skip Mass or do I need to confess this?

I think the only way for me to give a better assessment would be to know more about the health problem, but you are not obligated to disclose it.

 

[FaithT]

So, you were at risk for picking up an illness or passing one on.

As far as I know, Sundays and Holy Days of Obligation for Catholics have received
dispensation if they are a health risk to themselves or others. This applies
especially for those over 65 years of age.

I have more concern over why you felt ill in the first place.
Is there an underlying health issue? See your doctor to
be checked out.

I pray you feel OK!

I’m seeing a specialist at the end of June, but it’s not contagious.

 

[FaithT]

I think the only way for me to give a better assessment would be to know more about the health problem, but you are not obligated to disclose it.

No it’s an embarrassing personal problem.

 

[Lady Bug]

No it’s an embarrassing personal problem.

I think the best thing to do is to ask a couple of priests for their opinions.

 

[FaithT]

I think the best thing to do is to ask a couple of priests for their opinions.

I’ll just confess it. Or not. I dunno.

 

[JimR-OCDS]

I’m seeing a specialist at the end of June, but it’s not contagious.

Doesn't matter if it's not contagious, your health can be put at risk
by going into large crowds. Your immune system may be compromised.

 

[FaithT]

Doesn't matter if it's not contagious, your health can be put at risk
by going into large crowds. Your immune system may be compromised.

I don’t think it is.

 

[RileyG]

I had an embarrassing health related problem today. Because of this I decided to skip Mass. (i only go on Saturdays except Easter, for other reasons). By the time Mass was going to start I was feeling better but not sure it was over. Then I thought my issue was over, but by that time I‘d already decided to do something else. I plan to watch Mass online tomorrow morning and participate to make up for missing today, except I obviously won’t take communion. Is that an excuse to skip Mass or do I need to confess this?

No. Being ill isn’t a sin. Ask a priest, but don’t stress yourself out.

God bless

 

[FaithT]

No. Being ill isn’t a sin. Ask a priest, but don’t stress yourself out.

God bless

I wasn’t really ill, it’s a health related problem, though.

 

[FaithT]

I wasn’t really ill, it’s a health related problem, though.

I’ll either confess missing mass or not.

 

[Valletta]

I don’t think it is.

A good general rule is that if you wouldn't go to work in a similar circumstances then don't go to mass.

 

[FaithT]

A good general rule is that if you wouldn't go to work in a similar circumstances then don't go to mass.

I don’t work but if I did, I’d stay home or go in late.

 

[Valletta]

I don’t work but if I did, I’d stay home or go in late.

Yes, that's exactly the idea. I believe that's what our priest told us as a guide. You do what's reasonable. Many people wouldn't even ask, the fact that you are asking is such a good sign, and please, from one who knows, try not worry and remember God loves you.

 

[FaithT]

Yes, that's exactly the idea. I believe that's what our priest told us as a guide. You do what's reasonable. Many people wouldn't even ask, the fact that you are asking is such a good sign, and please, from one who knows, try not worry and remember God loves you.

The thing that bothers me is that my problem was over shortly before Mass started but then I made other plans and skipped Mass when I could’ve gone.

 

[Valletta]

The thing that bothers me is that my problem was over shortly before Mass started but then I made other plans and skipped Mass when I could’ve gone.

You can bring it up with the priest in confession. You just say I have a question.