[wikiHow] How to Behave During Mass

How to Behave During Mass
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Sometimes it can be hard to behave during mass, whether you go to a Catholic school or you go to church with your family. This article can help you learn how to behave during mass.

Steps

1. Arrive on time. Some churches have later masses if you aren't a morning person.
   
2. Go to mass with an open mind. Don't assume that it will be boring, as that may make you grumpy throughout the service.
   
3. Understand what is happening. It may be easier to behave if you know what is going on. Follow along in the Misalet.
   
4. Sit, stand, or kneel at appropriate times.
   
5. Be quiet and respectful. Talk to friends after mass, not during.
   
6. Sing along and respond to the prayers.
   
7. Leave after the mass has completely ended, not after communion.
   

Tips

• Watch what the priest (or leader) is doing.
  
• If you don't know what to do next, watch for cues (when to stand, kneel, etc.) from other people attending.
  
• When receiving communion (a wafer the pastor offers) say amen immediately after.
  

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