Ways to Get the Most Out of Mass

How would you act if you could invite Jesus to break bread with you? What would you say? How would you feel? Every time you partake in the Eucharist, you are answering an invitation to join in on the holiest of Sacraments. Here are some tips to help you and your child get the most out of the invitation.Never Skip MassWhen you make a commitment to God, keep it. If you visit relatives, go on vacation, or take a weekend camping trip, find a Catholic church near you to worship and spread the love. Most churches have several Masses beginning with Saturday night vigils that run through Sunday.Dress the PartDon’t let the term “Sunday’s best” lose its meaning by attending in shorts and flip-flops. When you take the time to dress as if you are going to a special meeting – which you are – you pass on that solemnity to your children.Be PreparedTune-in to a Catholic station in your car, discuss what blessings you are thankful for, and arrive five to ten minutes before Mass begins. Many churches have Rosary services directly before Mass for parishioners to pray as a church family.Be a Part of the Catholic CommunityIn 1 Corinthians 12:12, it is written, “For just as the human body is one and yet has many parts, and all its parts, many as they are, constitute but one body, so it is with the Church of Christ.” Strive to be an important part of your church by volunteering to be a Eucharistic minister, an altar server, a lector, or an usher. These small roles make a huge impact on the efficiency of Mass.Love and ServeWhen Mass ends, take the final blessing and spread it around town. Show your inner beauty through your Christian acts. You can proclaim the heart of a Catholic through your actions much louder than you ever will with words.The sharing of the Eucharist with your church-family brings all parishioners together as they celebrate this amazing feast. Help your children understand the true meaning of the Eucharist and the importance of worshiping as a united Catholic family. As St. John Vianney is credited with stating, “If we really understood the Mass, we would die of joy.”The Orlando Catholic school's blog page has helpful hints for parents to encourage their children to excel academically, spiritually, and socially. To learn more about Catholic schools in Orlando, contact us at 407-246-4800.