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”
Anointing the Sick for our Church
This sacrament of mercy and healing offers prayers for possible recovery, but its primary intention is to give spiritual strength and calm the soul of the one suffering from illness.
This Sacrament is not just for those in danger of death, but for anyone who suffers from a serious or chronic physical or emotional illness or who struggles with the infirmities of age. Those scheduled for surgery or hospital stay may request this sacrament prior to entering the hospital.
Holy Communion for the Sick & Homebound
When the church cares for the sick, it serves Christ himself in the suffering members of his Mystical Body. The Church shows this solicitude by visiting those in poor health, raising them up through the sacrament of anointing, and also nourishing them with the Eucharist during their illness. Holy Communion is brought once a week to those who are sick or unable to attend church on a regular basis. If you are hospitalized, we would like to visit and pray with you during your stay.
To make arrangements for the Anointing of the Sick or Holy Communion, please contact or have a family member call or email the Parish Office.