Dress appropriately.
Arrive a few minutes early – take a few minutes to
pray and ready yourself for the Celebration of the
Eucharist.
Observe silence before Mass begins – people are
trying to pray.
Please join the entire congregation by taking a seat; don’t stand in front of the confessionals, especially while Confessions are being heard.
Don’t forget to bless yourself with Holy Water when you enter and leave the church building.
Before entering the pew, as a sign of reverence, genuflect to the Blessed Sacrament reserved in the tabernacle.
Turn off all cell phones or any other electronic device that may disrupt the celebration.
Please do not chew gum in church.
Did you fast one hour before receiving Holy Communion? Are you in the state of grace?
Don’t forget to make a bow as a sign of reverence before receiving Holy Communion.
Did you say ‘Amen’ as you received Communion?
Take a few moments after receiving Holy Communion to express your gratitude in private
prayer. What are you saying to God if you leave church as soon as you receive Holy Communion?
Pick up any tissues or wrappers that you may have left in the pew.
What’s the rush? Stay until the priest exits the church.
Don’t forget to take the bulletin home with you!