Is it okay for a youth group to meet on Sunday?
The short answer
Yes. Sunday rest means avoiding servile work and activities that hinder worship, the joy of the Lord's day, or rest. A youth group meeting is more likely to help these than hinder them.
Sunday rest
The Catechism teaches that the faithful are to rest from servile labor and from activities that would impede keeping the day holy (CCC 2042). Canon law says they should avoid works that hinder worship, the joy of the Lord's day, or suitable relaxation of mind and body (CIC 1247).
A youth group fits
A youth group meeting could foster, rather than hinder, that worship, joy and relaxation.
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