Anointing of the sick sacrament

The Anointing of the Sick is a sacrament instituted by Jesus Christ. The Apostle James says: “Is any among you sick? Call for the presbyters of the Church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord. And the prayer of faith will save the sick person, and the Lord will raise him up; and if he has committed sins, they will be forgiven him” (James 5:14-15).

 

The Anointing of the Sick can be administered:

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Personal

Whenever someone is sick. It is advisable to be conscious. It is administered in the sick person's home or in the hospital.

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Community celebration for the sick and those over 80

In our parishes during Easter time we have the custom of celebrating this sacrament on a Sunday with the whole community gathered.