[Chaguito]

And let us consider one another, to provoke unto charity and to good works: Not forsaking our assembly, as some are accustomed; but comforting one another, and so much the more as you see the day approaching. — Hebrews 10:24-25, DRA

What does this say about a “sign of peace” or a word of encouragement in the Mass?

[notaliberal]

The Mass is NOT about the people in the next pew..it's about Jesus!
I am concentrating on Our Lord and the sacrifice he made for our sins. I can have donuts and coffee afterwards. Ya Know it's a little different in a Catholic Church.

[ebb tide]

Why do you need a “word of encouragement” at the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass?