Should Catholic Women Wear a Mantilla?

[Anonymous]

For those of you that don’t know, mantillas or chapel veils are a head covering that used to be worn by catholic women during mass. It used to be required but after Vatican II it was never discussed on whether or not it should still be required. Most women no longer practice the tradition, but I have seen many younger women starting the tradition back up again. I would love to start wearing one, but my mom things that wearing one is a sign of oppression and that wearing a veil signifies the return of sexism in the church. I don’t see any women in my church who wear one, but I have seen pictures online and different interviews with women who do, and they say wearing a mantilla makes them feel stronger and reminds them of why they come to church. I am not a legal adult so I can’t exactly just show up with one on, and while I’m sure I can find somewhere to buy one on my own I don’t think she would let me wear it without her permission. How do I talk about this with her?

[Chantelle89]

We don't have to anymore after Vatican II, but if you are so inspired, YES at least give wearing one to church a try.

[angiebangie]

I think its beautiful you want to start wearing veils to mass! Is your family Catholic?

[Asker]

Yes they are, my family has as far as I know always been members of the Catholic Church. Are you Catholic too?

[angiebangie]

I am! :) What are you doing on G@G, girlie? xD

[Asker]

I didn’t know it existed until a little while ago, but I found out it was a great way to ask questions without people knowing who you and get unbiased opinions. What about you?

[angiebangie]

Heheh yeah I joined for the same reason. I joined when I was 14, and lied about my age... then I left when I was 16, forgot about it for a few years, and now I'm back. :)

[Pete671]

Do you really need permission?, perhaps ask the priest?

[By_Nicksiz]

I am a Muslim and Muslim woman wear a Türban