Anointing of the Sick

This sacrament of healing is an extension of Jesus' healing of the sick and is given for those who face serious illness of any kind: physical, mental, psychological, etc. It may be celebrated by anyone who anticipates major surgery or who has reached an advanced age. A communal celebration of this sacrament occurs on the last Thursday of most months at the 5:15 p.m. Mass. Those who seek this sacrament at other times should call one of the parish priests or pastoral associates at 942-1040 to arrange a time, especially if one is hospitalized for a serious condition.