ANOINTING OF THE SICK

The Anointing of the Sick is not a sacrament for those only who are at the point of death. Hence, as soon as anyone of the faithful begins to be in danger of death from sickness or old age, the fitting time for him to receive this sacrament has certainly already arrived. (CCC 1514)

This sacrament of healing consists in a priest praying with a sick person and anointing him or her with the blessed Oil of the Sick on the forehead and the palms of the hand.  In this sacrament, the Church prays for healing for the sick and for the forgiveness of sins.

Who Can Receive the Sacrament:

  1. Those suffering from a serious illness, whether physical or mental.

  2. Those preparing for surgery or undergoing a major medical procedure.

  3. Elderly individuals experiencing the frailties of old age.

  4. Anyone in danger of death from sickness or injury.

Preparation and Process:

  1. Contact the Parish: Reach out to the parish office to request the sacrament for yourself or a loved one.

  2. Schedule: A priest will schedule a time to visit at home, in a hospital, or in the parish office, as appropriate. 

  3. Celebration of the Sacrament: The person will have the opportunity to confess their sins before receiving Anointing.

To request that a loved one be added to the parish’s prayers for the sick or receive Holy Communion at home or in a nursing home, please contact the parish office at 773-588-2620