Mandatory Rules for the Faithful Good Friday is a mandatory day of fasting and abstinence for Catholics worldwide. Fasting: For those aged 18 to 59, this means eating only one full meal, with two smaller meals (collations) that together do not equal a full meal. Abstinence: For those aged 14 and older, the Church requires abstaining from eating meat (though fish and other cold-blooded animals are permitted). Paschal Fast: The Church encourages extending this fast through Holy Saturday until the Easter Vigil to better prepare for the joy of the Resurrection. Make it into a beautiful brochure with Good Friday images Ver mais