Anointing of the sick

A look at the purpose of the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick tells us who the Church envisions to receive it. The Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick has a dual character,

You may be wondering, “What are the Last Rites, and who can receive them?”. In this article, we will be covering which sacraments make up the last rites, when and how they are performed, and who can receive the rites. Is anyone among you sick? He should summon the presbyters of the church, and they […]

Scripture Origins- Jesus frequently cured the sick. Through the power of God he was able to make the blind seem the paralyzed walk, and so on. Today we can carry out his mission by helping those when they need us.

Until the 8th century the sick were anointed with blessed oil by bishops who used the laying of hands to call the Holy Spirit to heal. People could be anointed repeatedly. During the Middle Ages An…

Scripture Origins: The story of Jesus healing the blind man is very much linked to the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick. The sacrament creates a path to healing in which we are able to come closer to God. Through this sacrament, we are able to see God's love, just as this man does in the painting.

Catholic Teachings: When Catholics are sick and they are in hospitals many of them decide to have a priest go to there hospital rooms and perform the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick just in case something happens to them.

This sacrament is one of the most beautiful treasures the Church gives us.

The Anointing of the Sick is most commonly associated with the Roman Catholic Church and, as such, this article explores the rite from the Catholic faith’s perspective. In Catholicism, the Anointing of the Sick is considered a sacrament and centers on the Lord’s healing presence and the forgiveness of sins.

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