Anointing of the Sick

“Is any among you are sick?  Let him call for the presbyter of the Church, and let him pray over him, anointing the sick with oil in the name of the Lord; and the prayer of the faith will save the sick man and his sins will be forgiven.” (Jas 5:14-15)

The sacrament of Anointing of the Sick has as its purpose the conferral of a special grace on the person experiencing the difficulties of a grave illness or old age.  Each time a Christian falls seriously ill, or before serious surgery, they may receive the Anointing of the Sick and may receive it again if the illness worsens.

The first grace of this sacrament is one of strengthening, peace and courage to overcome the difficulties that go with the condition of serious illness or the frailty of old age.  The power of the Holy Spirit is meant to lead the sick person to healing of the soul and also the body if such is God’s will and to the forgiveness of sin.

The celebration of the sacrament can be preceded by the sacrament of Penance and followed by the sacrament of the Eucharist.

In most hospitals there is Pastoral Care Department that can help you receive the Sacrament during your stay.

If you, or someone you love, are ill and/or in need of a priest please contact the rectory at 412-766-6660. Also call to make arrangements for Eucharistic Ministers to deliver communion to the ill and infirm residents of our Catholic community at home, hospital or nursing home.

Please call the Parish Office to request the priest to celebrate the sacrament of Anointing of the Sick.

The Sacrament may be received by setting an appointment with the priest of the parish, or on the first Saturday of the Month at 9:00 AM Mass.

To make an appointment to receive this sacrament, call the Parish Office at 412-366-2020 ext. 10