Typical response from a Non-Catholic. It is never a waste of time to be in the presence of the Lord. We receive graces by attending Mass, whether we are free of sin or not. If they weren’t at Mass, what else would they be doing with that hour of time? Watching TV? Going to a movie? Sleeping?
BTW they also dress up in their Sunday best when attending Mass.
A person who is in Christ and in whom Christ is, is ALWAYS in the presence of the Lord. God isn't found only in church.
We receive graces by attending Mass, whether we are free of sin or not. If they weren’t at Mass, what else would they be doing with that hour of time? Watching TV? Going to a movie? Sleeping?
Reading the Bible. Praying. Sharing Christ with someone. Going to Bible study. Going to church services, which in non-Catholic circles often exceeds an hour at a time. Caring for the needy. Feeding the hungry. Visiting those in the hospital or prison.
BTW they also dress up in their Sunday best when attending Mass.
Not based on what I see going in and out of the local Catholic church on Sunday morning or Saturday evening. And if you think only Catholics dress up for church, you're living in a bubble.