The Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick brings the healing presence of Christ to those who are ill, suffering, or facing the challenges of aging. Through the prayers of the Church and the anointing with sacred oil, the priest invokes the strength, peace, and comfort of the Holy Spirit. This sacrament unites the sick person more closely to Christ’s own suffering and offers spiritual—and sometimes even physical—healing according to God’s will.

In our Catholic Community of Parishes, we recognize this sacrament as a powerful sign of God’s compassion. It is not reserved only for the final moments of life, but for anyone in need of God’s healing grace. Whether celebrated in the hospital, at home, or within our parish community, the Anointing of the Sick reminds us that we are never alone—Christ is always near to those who suffer.