From Patrick Finaughty, Johannesburg:
Regarding the numerous letters on dress code at Mass, I wonder why people are so interested in what their neighbours are wearing. Surely the point of celebrating Mass is to focus our attention on what we are there for, to be in the presence of our Lord and to pay all of our attention to just that.
I am not saying that people should come to church in running shorts or revealing outfits, but a neat, clean pair of shorts and casual shirt for men should suffice.
Nowhere do the gospels mention dress code. Our Lord went around in his normal garments and sandals even though he was a king. It was only the likes of the Pharisees, teachers of the law and members of the council who liked to dress up — and what did Jesus label them?
Let us celebrate Mass for what it is: a gathering of brothers and sisters joined together to be with our Lord.
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