photosynthesis Posted July 10, 2005 Author Posted July 10, 2005 I honestly don't believe God really cares what we wear, as long as we're modest and dress appropriately according to our state in life. Pope St. Peter told women in the early Church, "Let not yours be the outward adorning with braiding of hair, decoration of gold, and wearing of fine clothing, but let it be the hidden person of the heart with the imperishable jewel of a gentle and quiet spirit, which in God's sight is very precious." (1 Pet. 3:3-4) God knows our hearts. He doesn't want us to be unhealthily obsessed with the way we look. What matters is what's on the inside, but we should do our best to have reverence for God's house. and we also shouldn't treat someone differently if he's dressed like a bum.
Norseman82 Posted July 10, 2005 Posted July 10, 2005 [quote name='photosynthesis' date='Jul 10 2005, 04:01 PM']so...it's 90 degrees out, and i really don't like getting heatstroke (i had it before, it was bad). but there's this little nagging voice of Grandma inside my head that says "you're not at girl scout camp!" i guess i could just "offer it up" and go to church in slacks. but...it's 90 degrees out. argh. i hate summer. [right][snapback]638597[/snapback][/right] [/quote] Since you are prone to heatstroke, this becomes a medical issue for you. Risking one's health when not necessary and deciding to "offer it up" is not devotion - it's risky stupidity! Before long people will have you drinking kool-aid from a vat in the jungles of Guyana. Two things I might offer: 1) Carry a bottle of water with you - it does not break the Eucharistic fast. That might be a way of avoidng heatstroke while not wearing shorts. See if that works. 2) Wear a baseball cap to help protect your head from the sun. It doesn't matter if you wear shorts or slacks - protect your head.
photosynthesis Posted July 11, 2005 Author Posted July 11, 2005 [quote name='cappie' date='Jul 10 2005, 08:48 PM']Let's not forget that proper dress also includes good grooming habits. At the very least, face and hands should be clean, teeth brushed, and hair brushed or combed. [right][snapback]638719[/snapback][/right] [/quote] I was at my friend's (protestant) church where the pastor did a sermon on hygeine... it sounds ridiculous, and it is ridiculous, but some people really do need to take a shower.
Aloysius Posted July 11, 2005 Posted July 11, 2005 take a backpack with long pants or a skirt in it, make sure to get there a few minutes before, and use the bathroom to change
curtins Posted July 11, 2005 Posted July 11, 2005 I hate immodesty in church- its really hard to concentrate on God when you have a hoochie skirt right in ur face- its like I have to deal with this in the real world can I at least have a break in church?? I try and wear nicer clothes to church than I normally would- like I try and wear a collared shirt like a polo or something and in the summer a nice pair of shorts but i think it would be a bit awkward to come in in a suit
cmotherofpirl Posted July 11, 2005 Posted July 11, 2005 [quote name='photosynthesis' date='Jul 10 2005, 07:55 PM']I honestly don't believe God really cares what we wear, as long as we're modest and dress appropriately according to our state in life. Pope St. Peter told women in the early Church, "Let not yours be the outward adorning with braiding of hair, decoration of gold, and wearing of fine clothing, but let it be the hidden person of the heart with the imperishable jewel of a gentle and quiet spirit, which in God's sight is very precious." (1 Pet. 3:3-4) God knows our hearts. He doesn't want us to be unhealthily obsessed with the way we look. What matters is what's on the inside, but we should do our best to have reverence for God's house. and we also shouldn't treat someone differently if he's dressed like a bum. [right][snapback]638724[/snapback][/right] [/quote] Nobody mentioned being obsessed by clothing, or treating anyone differently for what they wear.. .Gods house simply deserves respect. Respect is shown by wearing the best you can under the circumstances you are in. What other people wear is their business unless it is causing scandal, then it is the business of the priest.
photosynthesis Posted July 11, 2005 Author Posted July 11, 2005 [quote name='Aloysius' date='Jul 10 2005, 09:41 PM']take a backpack with long pants or a skirt in it, make sure to get there a few minutes before, and use the bathroom to change [right][snapback]638755[/snapback][/right] [/quote] that's creative. i'll have to try that next time it's hot...instead of walking a mile in a skirt, which is uncomfortable for reasons i care not to go into.
Dave Posted July 11, 2005 Posted July 11, 2005 At my parish we have a dress code. We're not obliged to wear suits and ties, but the dress code DOES require us to be modest. That means: -- no shorts or short skirts (skirts must at least cover your knees when you sit down). -- nothing sleeveless or backless. -- nothing that exposes your shoulders or midriff. -- no low-cut blouses. -- no tight clothing that shows off your body. -- no t-shirts. That's not to say that there are clothes police at my parish. I mean, if someone comes inappropriately dressed, they probably won't be admonished the first time, but if they continue, then they might be.
qfnol31 Posted July 11, 2005 Posted July 11, 2005 During the summer and Christmas breaks at my school I used to ride my bike 5 miles to and from Mass at least once a week, and up to three times (we only had 3 Masses a week there ). That meant anywhere from 20 to 100 degrees. What I did was took a change of clothes to change into in the bathroom so I didn't smell too bad. If someone else was paying attention to my smell, it meant that they probably needed to examine how they were approaching Mass anyways. (Take that last statement with a grain of salt...I don't think people should be [i]purposefully[/i] distracting.
qfnol31 Posted July 11, 2005 Posted July 11, 2005 As to Dave, I bet women are also supposed to wear a veil.
Dave Posted July 11, 2005 Posted July 11, 2005 [quote name='qfnol31' date='Jul 10 2005, 11:44 PM']As to Dave, I bet women are also supposed to wear a veil. [right][snapback]639003[/snapback][/right] [/quote] Actually, at my parish women are highly encouraged to wear a veil, hat, or other head covering, but it isn't mandatory.
ofpheritup Posted July 11, 2005 Posted July 11, 2005 (edited) OKAY ONE AT A TIME! It does matter what you wear to church. That is the point! You are going to God's house to visit. You should wear the best you have. Now casual attire because that is what you are comfortable in is not acceptable. Casual attire because THAT IS ALL YOU HAVE then yes, until you can afford something else I can see that. I would rather you to go to church than not. However God knows your heart and He knows your life. Don't try to fool him. Now the mention of "revealing clothing." :bugeyes: Strip joint...yes, Church...no. You go to church to worship God not so the guy across the aisle can worship you. My other opinion of revealing clothing is 1) I am not comfortable seeing "body parts I'm not married to." 2) If your self-esteem comes from the attention you receive because of your clothing we need to talk. I can't remember exactly where it was Mary appeared when she said this. I believe it was Fatima. She said many souls have displeased God because of what they wear and many souls have gone to hell because of what they wear. WHAT YOU WEAR MATTERS WHETHER IT BE IN CHURCH OR ANYWHERE ELSE. PLEASE THINK ABOUT IT. PS. Walking shorts (down to the knees) are a good solution. Edited July 11, 2005 by ofpheritup
cmotherofpirl Posted July 11, 2005 Posted July 11, 2005 [quote name='ofpheritup' date='Jul 11 2005, 01:29 PM']My other opinion of revealing clothing is 1) I am not comfortable seeing "body parts I'm not married to." . [right][snapback]639540[/snapback][/right] [/quote] I :wub: this line!!
lifeteenchick527 Posted July 11, 2005 Posted July 11, 2005 i normally wear nice jeans and a collared (i hope thats spelt rite) shirt and a mantilla to mass.. is that bad? God Bless LTC :hearts:
philothea Posted July 11, 2005 Posted July 11, 2005 Yesterday, I was visiting a new parish to check out the neighborhood. In the next pew over was a family -- three generations -- all dressed up. The men were in suits, from grandpa to the 4-year-old boy. The women and girls were in very pretty dresses. It was so nice! At my home parish I always feel overdressed (I wear, gasp, a skirt.) Next to these people I felt like a slob!
lifeteenchick527 Posted July 11, 2005 Posted July 11, 2005 i wear skirts sometimes... God Bless LTC :hearts:
curtins Posted July 11, 2005 Posted July 11, 2005 is it ok to wear like dress shorts (not like athletic shorts) in the summer time so long as they are long ( I wouldnt wear short shorts anyways- lol)
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