The Catholic Church teaches that alcohol can be a source of pleasure and enjoyment, but it can also be misused and lead to harm. The Catechism of the Catholic Church states: “The virtue of temperance disposes us to avoid every kind of excess: the abuse of food, alcohol, tobacco, or medicine. Those incur grave guilt who, by drunkenness or a love of speed, endanger their own and others’ safety on the road, at sea, or in the air.” (Paragraph 2290)
The Church encourages Catholics to be mindful of their consumption of alcohol and to use it in moderation. It is also important to note that Catholics are not required to abstain from alcohol, and there are no specific rules or guidelines outlining how much or how little Catholics are allowed to drink.
Ultimately, the decision to consume alcohol is a personal one and should be made with consideration for one’s own physical and spiritual well-being, as well as the well-being of others.
