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Anointing of the Sick
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bericksonnativitystpaul.orgParish Secretary -
frjpericksonnativitystpaul.orgParochial Vicar
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About the SacramentThis great sacrament of healing is to be conferred upon those members of the Christian faithful who, having reached the age of reason, begin to be in danger of death due to sickness or old age.
While at one time reserved to those who were in immediate danger of death, or even in the process of dying, the Church has most recently returned to the more biblical practice of celebrating the sacrament whenever a member of the faithful is gravely ill.
As we read in the letter of Saint James, “Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for the priests of the church, and they should pray over him and anoint him with oil in the name of the Lord” (James 5:14).
While the sacrament does at times result in physical healing, the more essential effect is “the conferral of a special grace on the Christian experiencing the difficulties inherent in the condition of grave illness or old age” (Catechism of the Catholic Church, paragraph number 1527).
All those experiencing serious illness or beginning to experience the serious effects of old age are encouraged to receive the anointing of the sick. -
How to Receive the SacramentAny baptized Catholic who is seriously ill or facing major surgery is encouraged to receive this sacrament, either by individual appointment or at one of our monthly celebrations (typically the first Saturday of the month, immediately after 8:15 AM Mass).
Because it is a Sacrament of peace, consolation, and forgiveness, you may receive the Sacrament more than once, even for the same illness.
If you, a family member, fellow parishioner or someone in your care wishes to receive the Sacrament of Anointing, please Beth at the information at left to schedule an appointment.If your need is immediate or regarding a death or serious illness, please call the
parish office at (651) 696-5401 and press #1 if you receive a recording.
The sacrament of Anointing can also take a special form when someone is near death (this is sometimes called the "Last Rites"). A renewal of baptismal promises and the Apostolic Pardon are two elements that give the sacrament this special character in those circumstances. -
Calendar
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Saturday, November 2, 8:45 AM
Anointing will be offered publicly after the 8:15am Mass every First Saturday, unless otherwise noted. All those experiencing serious illness or the serious effects of old age are encouraged to come and receive the special graces of the sacrament.Read More -
Saturday, December 7, 8:45 AM
Anointing will be offered publicly after the 8:15am Mass every First Saturday, unless otherwise noted. All those experiencing serious illness or the serious effects of old age are encouraged to come and receive the special graces of the sacrament.Read More
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Saturday, January 4, 8:45 AM
Anointing will be offered publicly after the 8:15am Mass every First Saturday, unless otherwise noted. All those experiencing serious illness or the serious effects of old age are encouraged to come and receive the special graces of the sacrament.Read More
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