Anointing of the Sick
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The Anointing of the Sick
By the sacred anointing of the sick and the prayer of the priests the whole Church commends those who are ill to the suffering and glorified Lord, that he may raise them up and save them and indeed she exhorts them to contribute to the good of the People of God by freely uniting themselves to the Passion and death of Christ.
Catechism of the Catholic Church 1499
The Sacrament is availbale in a time of need for parishioners who are in the hospital or at home by calling the parish office. The Sacrament is also offered twice a year during a weekend Mass by the Pastor. This sacrament, once known Extremuntion, is not a sacrament that needs to wait until the time of death but is available for those suffering from a serious and/or chronic illness, those facing surgery or the frailties of old age.
Contact the church office for more information at 603-279-4403.