The Church teaches that the Anointing of the Sick is a community Sacrament.  The Catechism of the Catholic Church states that when people are anointed they should be "assisted by their pastor and the whole ecclesial community, which is invited to surround the sick in a special way through their prayers and fraternal attention." (#1516).  The Sacrament graces the whole person-body, mind, and spirit.

The Anointing of the Sick is celebrated three times during the year:  fall, winter, and spring.  Check the bulletin for current dates.  If the sick person is unable to come to church, contact Tim Lawrence.