Catholic Know-How Series - Church Etiquette

[@ChesterDouglass]

I've been looking for faith I am a lost soul. The Catholic Church holds the discipline and structure that I'm in need of. Thank you my friend for your videos

[@tonyharden7159]

I am a newly converted Catholic; and I am still learning and messing up. I keep trying though; and I am very proud to be able to call myself a Catholic.

[@rudyandrade1407]

Messing up is human. Keep it up. King David messed up royally. GOD LOVED you HIM EXCIONALY!!

[@scottmattern482]

What convinced you to be catholic, eating the flesh of a sacrificed virgin male and drinking his blood in hopes of removing your guilt for the harm you cause other people? Or maybe the systematic abuse of children? Or is it the fact the catholic church celebrated Hitler's birthday every year until he died? Maybe what convinced you was the rejection of homosexuals and are considered to be born broken but commanded to be well under the threat of eternal torture? Maybe its the compulsory love that appeals to you , as a slave you must love your master? Is that what gets you excited?

[@matthewlarue578]

I am a soon to be convert and am attending my first mass within the hour. Very helpful.

[@adenbuford7396]

Thrilled for you.

[@dianesimoes8943]

This is awesome and needs to be seen in all platforms. Holy reverance has been forgotten by many. Sad to see women and men wearing shorts at Mass. Even if you are on vacation or just visiting. Dressing appropriate should always be done. Just bring your shorts to change into after Mass outside church.

[@hollzee7181]

UPDATE: when i wrote this i had idea that COVID would put everything on hold for 2 years. I'm now a month into my RCIA classes. it felt surreal at first and that this is finally happening. so happy to finally be home Thank you for tips. I'm a baby Catholic right now and trying to learn as much as I can especially with etiquette and traditions. I'm hoping to join the church after I move

[@georgiaanderson7874]

I’m in the same boat, how are you going? God bless!

[@markymarkali]

Same!

[@v.britton4445]

Me too, I need tutoring like this....

[@annarodriguez9868]

I teach Catechism to teenage boys and this is the perfect video because it is presented by a young man and it is not very long. The church is so beautiful and I can point out and compare our parish church to the one in the video. Our church is simpler, but it has all the important things that are in a Catholic church. Peace and blessings to all.

[@fishcakez]

hi, how's it going?

[@flemwad]

Thank you for this guide. Raised a Protestant but really felt the love of Jesus and my great friends after the baptism of my God daughter. Tomorrow I'll be there with the proper respect to light a few candles. Once again thanks 😊

[@caras.1239]

It’s sad to hear veiling called “outdated.” I know many women who veil. I think it’s very respectful.

[@SanctaFamiliaMedia]

We arent saying its wrong. We love it! We are just saying that most women these days dont do it.

[@HopeNazir]

True. I am a non catholic ( but I am looking into it ) and I wear a covering all the time.

[@preciousdevere288]

I converted to Catholism in a white veil I still use it now and again. For me it was respectful, St Paul said that.

[@kimberlytancrede5468]

Started veiling as a non-catholic teenager, felt necessary to recognize God as my Head.

[@Dabhach1]

It's actually quite common at the TLM I attend on Sundays, even among quite young women.

[@304sg]

Such concise and helpful information for converts and seasoned Catholics alike 🙏

[@JohnCrawfordSchoolOfMusic]

Very well said

[@Dachvidful]

Well Done. Thank you from far away in Milwaukee Wisconsin on the shores of Lake Michigan. :^)

[@margielyons6282]

Thank you for your faith filled discussion of Catholic Truth and Church etiquette. I like your accent, I am American, and I am a Traditional Catholic. Enjoyed your video. 🌲👑🌲

[@happy_warrior]

Excellent video! Thank you very much for the simple reminders of etiquette in the Church. Sometimes we can get so caught up in ourselves and complacent that we lose respect for Our Lord and that can be very dangerous!

[@missfilemon]

Great video however i would add not to talk to others in the church. Some people come to the church as if it was a pub talking to others and discussing how they week has gone.

[@atenanoktua7220]

This video is something for the brain and for the soul. I love it! Your accent is great :)

[@SanctaFamiliaMedia]

Atena Noktua thank you! West of Scotland accent

[@atenanoktua7220]

Sancta Familia Media greetings from Poland! I will pray for catholic Scotland :)

[@EverydayCatholic]

Such a great video for newbies!!! Awesome

[@ivandinsmore6217]

Being a Catholic is quite complicated. But when properly explained, quite a nice religion.

[@pauljordan4452]

Nothing causes itself. Eternity = God the Father = causes and sustains everything. When you are baptised you become a child of God.

[@sarto2010]

... genuflect, if you can find the tabernacle in many Catholic churches.

[@itsOculus]

Its so sad how they moved the ...

[@thereisnosalvationoutsidet3246]

I say let's build the rails and put them back in the center

[@preciousdevere288]

The Tabernacle is usually kept at the Altar You will see a red lantern that will constantly blaze up until the Triduum at Easter a solemn and sad time of reflection. The Tabernacle can be found in another area of the Church sometimes in a place of great reverence sometimes gated. Generally, it is behind or near the Altar.

[@PresidentRhapsody]

Thanks for the helpful videos! God bless!

[@JohnCrawfordSchoolOfMusic]

This was very well done and it covered all of the points. Thank you for taking the time to do this

[@jjburkk]

Hello. Hope you are well. I'm converting and really want to go to mass. This answered a lot of my questions. Thank you very much. Hope things are well in Scotland. Dominus Vobiscum

[@infernalmajesty845]

Put the gum in your pocket lol

[@SanctaFamiliaMedia]

Infernal Majesty yeah not a good idea :P

[@HopeNazir]

I was hearing all the lady's groaning lol

[@debonisasarab5567]

Yes, hopefully you’ll have a tissue. We don’t want your gum on the pews, walls, or on the floor.

[@ashrafAL111]

Say what ?

[@mick1gallagher]

Isn't this shit as sick as you can get

[@ellisspear6462]

Great choice of cap John :) But this is great information for all Catholics of all ages :)

[@SanctaFamiliaMedia]

Ellis Spear why thank you

[@johncrasto1195]

God bless you Sir you are true soul of God n this is to be transmitted to all Christian of the world here it dies not matter what type Christian we are it is irrespective but the button line is we are Christian n United we all stand 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@Brett.Simpson]

I was taught to always make the sign of the cross with your right hand and to always genuflect with your right knee.

[@davidstanton4578]

I was an alter boy for the extraordinary form which is a good study in itself and Thomas Aquinas...ther are many communities within the churches body and a vast VAST treasurey(deposit of faith)...ther are warrior saints in Christendom aswell like charligmagn the great he had a special place among Catholic monarchs

[@domjediknight]

Really good video! Thank you for this.

[@thehope-p9t]

Thank you for posting this video. I found it very usual and informative.

[@Bytheirfruitsshall]

Wish l had been suggested this video a year ago as returning to the church services and long suffering, low key, reserved Catholic congregations and (lack of the sacraments presumably) and shame, certainly filled me with dread . l really can't thank 0ur Lord and you enough for this precious gift. Returning is akin to waking from a coma in as much as it seems every little detail is continuously changing now, as if faith was fashion! Even regular churchgoers appear to be constantly checking the rest of the congregation within their sightline, pre-occupied it would seem with "getting it right," a social not sacred preoccupation, which would naturally follow, too many decades of constant tiny changes, (we see the same free floating anxiety around ever changing pronouns in the mundane world), even the Pater Nosta sounds "fuzzy" towards the end as people recite slight variants from deep ingrained memory. lt's an extra cognitive load, and a barrier to sanctity. Especially as so many churches interiors now seem like a cross between a low budget TV set and a dentist's waiting room with hand gel in pride of place . Why am l carping? "Set and setting." Setting facilitates (mind)set, neuroscience supports that. ("That 21st century schizoid man" type music score, noodling but never arriving, may be triggering powerful secular associations in your viewers that you don't intend, and it is incongruous in this setting imo.) (For context, watch any video where otherwise unresponsive mute dementia patients, either can still play music and or sing and attempt to dance to music from their youth, to witness the power of music to compel.) Talking about youth, l strongly believe, that it is your generation, to whom we have left these weed strewn, haunted ruins, who will, with Gods unlimited Grace, will lead us out of the wilderness, again. Thank you for your Spiritual service.

[@88rollins]

Really well done video- thanks!

[@denisemaslowski1609]

I still wear a veil

[@basedfamilyunit2279]

You set a great example. I also have to admit it the holy aura from a lady is very attractive in an inspiring way. It makes me want to be better, and be more confident about expressing my faith.

[@andrewsheffield5657]

Well done.

[@HopeNazir]

Do you wear one just in chapel or all the time? I wear a small one all the time (a lace one, bandana, etc) But I just bought a special long one just for church.

[@preciousdevere288]

I love the Mantilla and it's a great shame I no longer see them at Mass.

[@diavmaart1673]

I veil too

[@aiden.117]

I have recently accepted God into my life but haven’t yet put a label to Christian or Catholic. I’ve attended mass only a couple of times, by myself, but grew up not religious and get very confused. If anyone is able to explain some simple traditions in church: Are there specific times we cross ourselves? When do we know to stand or kneel, to fit in with everyone else? Is bowing or kneeling a must whenever we enter? When the priest is reading verses, how do we know when to recite, and we need to hold our palms to the sky? If I have tattoos, do I need to have them all covered? Sorry if these seem very miniscule or specific. I’m sure I have more questions, and I know being with a religion and God is more than just some common traditions in church, but I do want to fit in and not disrespect anyone. As I said, I never grew up religious, I am 22 years old and have started going to mass alone so unfortunately I get very confused and carried away with the little things. Hopefully these start to make sense soon and mass will become regular for me but any answers are appreciated, thank you.

[@lilyandrose8557]

You could get a card with the order of Mass at a Catholic bookstore

[@judedias1075]

Thank You so much, for giving a Just of what has to be done

[@lilyandrose8557]

There may be a Catholic bookstore near you with helpful resources, such as a card with the order of Mass and the responses. That’s what I did when I was a new convert..

[@makemyday2385]

Well done faithful servant. One other thing you might mention, participating in the liturgy by the faithful rather than sitting or standing without any response. Also take the unneceessary conversations in the nave of the church after mass outside.

[@yootyoobscot8805]

This video is great. I intend to show it to my new P6/7 class that should already be familiar with Catholic Church etiquette. *The background sounds throughout the video are a distraction - especially to my class!

[@scottpolasky]

I am non catholic, but regularly attending mass. What if you have a right knee only disability; currently scheduled for surgery? Should you genuflect on left or knee do a profound bow towards tabernacle with SOC? I feel really awkward on both. Because I know right is right and profound bow is used for altar when the Eucharist is not present. If I’m not mistaken.

[@museluvr]

One thing to add: I've yet to be baptized into the faith (in RCIA class now & baptism set for Easter Vigil, 2021). When you enter, you can bow towards the altar, but unless the Eucharist is out and upon it, to which you do down to your kneeS, turn to the Tabernacle and bow to it. To bow to the altar when empty is a sign of respect, but you are leaving out acknowledgement of the Lord within the Tabernacle. I learned of this my 4th or 5th Mass, and see it constantly being done incorrectly. To that, should I privately speak with someone on correcting the action, or leave it to God? I don't wish to make enemies before baptism, especially in this day and age. God bless.

[@linziRyan1965]

This was my favorite Catholic Church etiquette video. Mostly because I am Irish Catholic lol

[@judedias1075]

Thank you so much for giving a Jist, and Etiquette to follow, and clothing to be worn, not Bermudas, short skirts and the Proper Attire to be worn

[@joools1953]

One of the readers in my church wears shorts and tee shirt. I know I shouldn’t think less of him but I think it’s disrespectful

[@ssemwezijohn7898]

thank you so much for teaching us

[@Sararizzles]

Thank you for this video. I was wondering what the etiquette is for people who are unable to kneel down but want to remain respectful.

[@Shahrukh-x5g]

first muslim here very informative thank you,

[@Boyridge]

Mantillas are making a big comeback at my church,

[@nicolaushess8816]

This is indeed very useful, thank´s man.

[@CrankyGrandma]

This is an excellent video, well explained!

[@quasimodo614]

Thank you for this helpful video 🙏

[@stuartbell2075]

Brilliant vid , cheers

[@user-zp8sk2rc4m]

ok, so according to 23 and Me, I'm 80 percent Irish descent...My Gran did all of the Catholic things. It didn't stick for me but I still like thinking about it! Especially, when a crazy thunderstorm would roll in and she'd get the "holy water" out and throw it around!

[@jl453]

A lot more women are veiling again as the TLM is returning. A good thing.

[@tramarherrera6685]

Just have respect and have manners.❤️

[@RitaGehman]

Okay, you have the cutest accent in the world.

[@SanctaFamiliaMedia]

thank you. lanarkshire scottish accent

[@missnorthumbria3658]

Thank you brother 🕊🙏🏼🕊

[@thegreatoutdoors2000]

Very helpful thank you

[@lunimomin8926]

I liked ur explaination brother 👍 I learnt from u many

[@fmorant2222]

wearing a mantilla is respect for Our Lord in the tabernacle. Holy water SHOULD contain salt in the special blessing by a true priest.

[@peggyp3682]

Remember that Jesus Christ is in the Tabernacle and show the worship He is due.

[@dr.rohitgour795]

Thanks for sharing

[@trishtraynor]

Don't talk and call out to folk on your way out. Some people like to have quiet time and remain in their seats. It's very disrespectful for others to stand at the back chatting. And sing ! Join in!

[@illegitiminoncarborundum115]

What about all the chattering before mass begins? Is that a Vatican ll change?

[@marycurtis4210]

Great! Thank you.

[@catherinelopez4294]

I wish they would bring the veil back. In Uk. I would wear it. May the lord help us all at this dreadful time. Lots of souls have been lost too this awful virus. May they all RIP. Xxxx

[@hullie7529]

It is certainly not forbidden. You can still cover your head as a personal choice even if no one else in your church does. You might even inspire others to start doing the same. I've found that people often don't do these things just because they don't want to be the first one to do it, but when it's another person they feel more welcomed to do it. In my church it was common to receive the eucharist in the hand while standing, until someone started to receive it on their knees and directly in the mouth and now most people do it that way because they think it's more respectful.

[@shoelover25]

Hi there not name is Craig I didn't start as Catholic but being very long time now I think the etiquette is important and porticals for the Catholic Church I am going now they mostly don't follow that of the holy water I do prepare myself for the mass even on the way out. Your supposed to do prayers after the mass as well like before the mass bit people hardly do that

[@zorc2000]

I would love to be able to add Dutch subtitles in order to use this video in class. Is there any possibility you can enable subtitle editing?

[@SanctaFamiliaMedia]

We have contact with a Dutch Catholic foundation: Stichting Acutis, maybe you can contact them about it?

[@v.britton4445]

Laughed at your well demonstrated misbehavior

[@v.britton4445]

So helpful your telling that we are not worshipping the statue, just being reminded of the person/ saint. The old graven image confusion is real.

[@beth7437]

I am the daughter of a Presbyterian elder. I am considering atteniding a mass but now I'm afraid of not doing the right things. If I don't kneel upon entering will those around me be offended? I there anything else I should be mindful of as a visiting non catholic? I understand communion is not open.

[@SanctaFamiliaMedia]

Tbh its just for respect, most people will be praying or setting up for Mass to take notice, we dont carry identity cards haha

[@annarodriguez9868]

Welcome! If you don't kneel most people coming to Mass are settling in and won't notice. Come with a Catholic friend and follow their lead. You're going to be fine. Bless you!

[@ayrshireman94]

I used to go to Holyday of obligation masses with a friend who wasn't religious at all, and he still showed respect

[@MarcusP52]

How do people with mobility issues genuflect? What about people who cannot get back to their feet after kneeling?

[@SanctaFamiliaMedia]

Obviously if you can, do, if you cant dont

[@m.j.mcilroy5470]

Bowing is quite acceptable. People with knee issues,eg. Arthritis can keep their butts on the pew, or receive Holy Communion standing, if it is a particular church custom to kneel for receiving Communion(common sense dictates here).

[@MarcusP52]

@@m.j.mcilroy5470 Thanks for your helpful reply.

[@ayrshireman94]

I have a visual impairment mobility issues and walk with a long cane I genuflect holding on to either my cane or the end of the pew If I can't genuflect, I'll bow

[@cowboy8555]

Instead of veils I like the scarfs that Russian and Greek Catholics (not orthodox) wear.

[@erinmetcalfe4044]

Why are they putting gum in there pocket? It will stick to the inside.

[@mpkropf5062]

Lol that’s what I thought! Haha

[@elizabethmcnamara6548]

I love everything about the church but the status.

[@KV-nh1ts]

This might have been good without all the background noise (or was that supposed to be music?)

[@Catholicity-uw2yb]

POPE BENEDICT XVI: “Christ is not so much interested in how often in your lives you stumble and fall, as in how often you pick yourselves up again. He does not demand glittering achievements, but he wants his light to shine in you. He does not call you because you are good and perfect, but because he is good, and he wants to make you his friends. Yes, you are the light of the world because Jesus is your light. You are Christians - not because you do special and extraordinary things, but because Christ is in your life. You are holy because his grace is a work in you.”

[@Tangerinetaco]

Thank you for this :)

[@Sheena1234ization]

0:35 😮

[@Thathorsegirl113]

I’m going to my parents friends kids baptism tmrw and idk how to act at all 😓I’m Christian but not catholic

[@museluvr]

On the 'out-dated' note you made about the mantilla's.. it IS still church doctrine that women wear it "in the presence of Christ". We're not wearing it as a fashion statement, ladies.. we're wearing it in respect, love and devotion to our Lord Savior Jesus Christ. Get those mantilla's! There is no set rule to the color you should wear, etc. as long as you have one and don it before entering into the chapel. Love ya' all! If other people have a problem with it, let it go.. its for respect and adoration o Christ, not your pride.

[@christinacascadilla4473]

I think the most important thing you could tell people about mass is that it’s boring and pointless and they should avoid it whenever possible.

[@jdog804]

I was raised when entering the tabernacle, take holy oil, kneel at front entrance and make sign of cross, honoring the tabernacle then before I sit kneel again before the Lord. The Third bow/kneel is when taking the host/communion. This is the beauty of the catholic chuch is unity in Christ.

[@williamburych2136]

Genuflection should be done on the RIGHT KNEE !! The Right knee is for God; the left knee is for human royalty.

[@mpkropf5062]

In Judaism the right side means for God/good and left side Devil/Evil. In Judaism everything, every letter and number has a definition, a true rich meaning. Something we lost in the English language!

[@sebastianlopez503]

I now have special Church-only pants with pockets cemented shut with gum

[@trangson998]

Ty❤️

[@NR-pj4gp]

Imagine thinking a mantilla is outdated. Sad.

[@SanctaFamiliaMedia]

we dont!

[@Whyisthat2314]

Thamksssss

[@philmills4473]

Recently the cenotaph.

[@michaelmallal9101]

I take off my shoes at home. Wife does not wear a veil. I haven't seen anyone knell on two knees.

[@ashrafAL111]

Thank you, but the gum in your pocket, I am not sure about that.

[@m_d1905]

Better to stick it in your pocket first before your mother or grandmother sees you chewing on it. It should be spit out before you get in the building or wrapped in a scrap of paper and put in a trash receptacle.

[@gamers7800]

👍👍👍👍

[@MrMarkjams]

The main choice for this video is very strange. Still, thank you for making this video.

[@gaggymott9159]

You forgot to mention, that just a 'non-Catholics' do not use holy water to bless themselves, they don't need to genuflect, because, in the main, they do not believe in Transubstantiation. Also the Bread is not 'reserved', in other words, it is not stored. At each celebration of Holy Communion, any bread or wine not distributed to the Faithful is consumed by Priest and people

[@raymondkinsella2484]

Great video - but we don’t believe that the Mass is a recreation of the sacrifice on Calvary. The Mass IS the sacrifice on Cavalry!

[@annarodriguez9868]

Yes! Thank you! I caught that, too! I'm going to show this to my Catechism class and I will have to point out that error. Too important to let it go without correction.

[@elliotdunoff9393]

Laudetur Iesus Christus!

[@frankmeintjes5012]

Holy Water? Really where do I get instructions about Holy Water in scripture?

[@SanctaFamiliaMedia]

Catholics live by both scripture and tradition. Try breathing with both lungs for once

[@frankmeintjes5012]

@@SanctaFamiliaMedia Wrong if it were true that Catholics lived by scripture then they would allow priests to marry. Thus a lot of Paedophilia would not exist. But because they place tradition above the Word of God that is why you have all these problems. You guys got it all wrong but you just don't want to acknowledge the truth.

[@SanctaFamiliaMedia]

Scripture AND tradition. Anyway I see you are here to cast insults and not for a pleasant chat. I shake the dust from my sandals and move on. May God bless you and lead you to his Church

[@frankmeintjes5012]

@@SanctaFamiliaMedia not true no insults intended just reality.

[@frankmeintjes5012]

@Terry Date My word! Paul was never against the institution of marriage between a man and a woman. In fact he gave many teachings on this subject. The Roman Catholic Church does not allow a priest to be married. Paul wanted to marry but decided not to it was a choice he made. The Catholic Cult makes that choice for you. That is the difference.

[@angelocapotosto3438]

bro I'm not putting my gum in my pocket

[@fergieman7615]

I wouldn’t make reference to Jews and Muslims or any religion other Than the one true and holy and apostolic church

[@mpkropf5062]

The Catholic Church is continuation of Judaism, so it’s very important to remember where it came from! And Yeshua ( Jesus) IS STILL a Jew!! That’s the one thing I like is how much the Catholic Mass is still designed like the Synagogues in His time!

[@thereisnosalvationoutsidet3246]

Scotland

[@CatholicNeil]

Is he Scottish

[@JM-ww8vr]

Also too, please do not chat before or during mass. You are in the Lord’s house, not yours or your friends’.The mass is all about the Lord, so you should participate fully. If you have a crying/unsettled children with you, please please take them out. It’s disrespectful and disrupts the mass. I get annoyed when I cannot concentrate just because irresponsible parents are just too lazy to take their crying kids out of church during mass.

[@ayrshireman94]

That's one thing that really grinds my gears! I believe that kids crying are praising God in their od. Special way Here's the million dollar question I have a mate who's non verbal, does this mean he shouldn't come to church?

[@MultiLittlebopeep]

It is in the Holy Bible that a woman should have her head covered.

[@jerryuallera3437]

is simply an ancient sign of respect and devotion

[@ginesiito9009]

Amen

[@mpkropf5062]

Most Christian’s take it out of context. You must know the Jewish custom and culture to know what St Paul meant. In Judaism a single person was ONLY to cover at Synagogue! And a married woman covered for respect to her husband and God. But the Rabbi or Priest would never speak to a married woman covered but would unveil her before speaking to her! She did also cover in Synagogue. The difference is Synagogues are much more considered a “ holy place “ than churches today. I’ve been told a Catholic Church has that same level of holiness. Protestant Churches have no level of “ holiness” and that tells a person a lot! Because Jesus isn’t in their churches.

[@Whyisthat2314]

thanks*

[@Whyisthat2314]

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[@DZinkoff]

Lol why enter chewing gum in the first place. These Irish are nuts

[@SuppressioHibernicis]

He's not Irish. He's Scottish🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@DZinkoff]

@@SuppressioHibernicis OH THANKS THATS COOL POO FACE

[@thomashogan2778]

The people in my parish would be appalled hear all this. You can't talk about last night's football game???

[@mpkropf5062]

You shouldn’t in a holy sanctuary! Maybe the parking lot would be a good place for that! 😊