18/05/2026
Here are a few things you should know about the mass, whether its your first time there or you’d just like to deepen your understanding!
⁉️FAQ:⁉️
1) “What does being in a state of grace mean?”
- Being in a state of grace means you are not in a state of mortal sin (think breaking any of the 10 commandments- that includes keeping the sabbath, so if you’ve missed sunday mass- go tell your priest!!) , and/or have been to confessions prior to receiving!
2) “I heard some people fast before recieving, is that a must?”
- The church does encourage fasting for at least an hour before receiving at mass, however, if you have health requirements or are on medication that requires you to eat, or any other extenuating circumstance, don’t worry about it!
3) “Im celiac/gluten free, what can I do to recieve?”
- most parishes have gluten free hosts kept separate! Just ask your priest prior to the mass and he can let you know when to recieve, or if you don’t catch him before mass, let him know when you walk up in line! Alternatively, you can recieve just the wine (the Precious Blood)
