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The Sacrament of Anointing is primarily intended for anyone who is suffering from serious or chronic physical or emotional illness or who struggle with the infirmities of age. A person does not need to be in danger of dying and the Sacrament is not performed on someone who has already died.
The Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick begins with the laying of hands upon the head of the person being anointed; followed by the sign of the cross being traced upon the forehead and then the palm of each hand with duly blessed oil that has been pressed from olives or from other plants. This is followed by one or more in a series of special and beautiful prayers. According to the Catechism of the Catholic Church, 1513, When performing the anointing, the Minister says—only once the following: “ Through this holy anointing may the Lord in his love and mercy help you with the grace of the Holy Spirit. May the Lord who frees you from sin save you and raise you up.”
If you or a loved one would like a visit from a priest or parish minister, please contact the Parish Office. We are not automatically notified when someone is hospitalized or in need, so we rely on you to let us know.
If someone is facing serious illness or the challenges of aging, we encourage you not to wait to request the Anointing of the Sick. The sacrament is not only for those who are near death—it is a source of grace and strength at any stage of serious illness.
To arrange for a visit or the sacrament, contact the Parish Office. If calling after hours, dial the main number and press 9 when prompted.