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You’ve glanced at the Sunday readings. You shuttled all your children and a husband to the minivan. You even remembered to brush your teeth. You made it to Mass before the first reading, so does it *really* matter what you wore?<\/p>\n

Yes, yes it does. Below, I share why it matters, how it can make a difference in your prayer life and what every woman should wear to Mass.<\/p>\n

It Matters<\/h2>\n

I’m no Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge. Shoot, I can only hope to have that much style. But, I do believe that God is worth a shower, some lipstick and perhaps a bracelet or two when you head to the weekend Mass. Here in Texas, because we enjoy a perpetual summer with just a hint of winter, many enjoy “relaxed” dress. Spaghetti straps, flip flops and maybe even a soccer uniform are all things you can usually spot if you scan the pews.<\/p>\n

I don’t want to get all Canon Law on you, but it matters what you wear<\/strong>. Don’t worry, I’m not advocating cocktail dress, ties and 4″ heels (unless they’re really your thing). But, let’s give God His due attention. What I wear to the soccer field should not be what I wear to Mass on Sunday – or the Saturday Vigil, for that matter. I suppose it comes from my Protestant upbringing but jeans were never allowed at church. Ever. I still remember visiting my then-boyfriend, now husband’s church one weekend when I spotted someone wearing jeans. It’s possible I gasped. However, just three weeks ago, I sported some myself to Mass. It wasn’t intentional, but our Saturday went from well-planned to a crazy ER visit and no time to change. I went with the adage, “at least we were there.”<\/p>\n

It Makes a Difference<\/h2>\n
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Lisa from Joie de Vivre<\/a>, via the “What I Wore Sunday” linkup<\/p><\/div>\n

About a month ago, some fine ladies I follow on Twitter started a link up called “What I Wore Sunday” on their blog, Fine Linen and Purple<\/a>. Its goal is to inspire women to dress beautifully, and modestly, for Mass. I’ve found some great inspiration, tips and ideas for making my Mass a more spiritual experience. Ever since I started the link up, I’ve found myself consciously thinking about preparing myself for Mass, not just physically, but spiritually. There’s been a bit more time to pray when we arrive, I’ve even scanned the Magnificat App on my iPhone for the readings. I can’t recall the last time I did that. When you prepare the body, you also prepare the mind. I try to lay out my clothes the night before, or at the very least, think about what my choices may be. You know, in case Febreze and a dryer can help a mom out!<\/p>\n

5 Things To Wear<\/h2>\n