What is a Catholic church like?
I have only been in a Christian church. I want to go to a Catholic church but feel awquard. Do they read prayers from books, or will I be out of place if I don't know them? I heard that they use beads, and say written prayers only and pray to Mary. And get on there knees and ... I am intimidated. I am worried I won't know what to do and when. What is it like?
sarah -- go on in!!! there are generally missals that will have the reading and Gospel readingsa listed. it has the whole mass there to follow along as well. a friend of mine who is actually a baptist goes with me from time to time for she loves the feeling of the mass. hearing the Scriptures spoken throughout the mass.... only those who have never been will say it's empty. only those who have no ability to hear. from the start to the finish.... it's laden with Scripture and support.
i would recommend sitting toward the back or the side -- this will allow you the ability to easily be a little "off" when it's the standing, sitting, kneeling.
while we do pray the rosary -- this is not madated nor a part of the mass.
there is no prayer to MAry in the mass. the Mass is our Lord's command. at one point, we do say - I confess to almighty God and to you my brothers and sisters, that I have sinned through my own fault and I ask Blessed Mary, all the saints and angels and you, my brothers & sisters, to pray for me to the Lord our God. Amen. That's really about it. sometimes around holy days or readings that incorporate Mary's life a song will be more toward her but,.... Mass is truly a "Jesus thing".
You could also go to the rectory, explain your situation/concerns and i'm sure one of the people in office would allow you a little "tour" and copy of the missal!
I hope you are able to attend. God bless!!!
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