The Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick is how God gives us spiritual strength to persevere through the challenges of severe illness or impending death. The Anointing of the Sick is a healing sacrament which unites our physical suffering with the pain and suffering experienced by Jesus during his earthly life. The graces of this sacrament bring peace and courage to overcome the difficulties that come our way.
The elderly, the gravely ill and those facing surgery or other serious health challenges are encouraged to receive this sacrament. If you or a loved one would like to receive Anointing of the Sick, please contact the parish office and we will be pleased to assist you.
In case of emergency, or to request a hospital visit, please contact our parish office so we may assist you or connect you with the appropriate hospital chaplain.
Receiving Anointing of the Sick
This sacrament is available to those whose health has been seriously impaired by illness or age. It offers them a new sign of hope: the laying on of hands and the anointing of the sick accompanied by the prayer of faith. Those who receive this sacrament in the faith of the Church will find it a true sign of comfort and support in time of trial.
If you or someone you know would like to receive the Anointing of the Sick, please contact the parish office. After hours and in case of emergency, please follow the voice prompts to reach our emergency line.
Communion to the Homebound
We are happy to assist those who are unable to come to Church by visiting them in their homes or at the hospital. If you or someone you know would want to this service please fill out the contact form on our website.
Volunteers assist those who, for a variety of reasons, are homebound and are unable to assist at Sunday Mass and receive Holy Communion. They pray, offer Holy Communion and visit with our brothers and sisters thus maintaining a connection with the parish. In many ways this is a Ministry of Visitaiton much like that of our Lady visiting her cousin Elizabeth and carrying the Lord with her. This ministry is the shining light of Christ to all of our sick and homebound parishioners and their families.
Mass in Retirement/Nursing Homes
Volunteers also assist at the Orchard Valley Nursing Home during Mass and Holy Communion by bringing the residents from their rooms down to the basement chapel. They are definitely in need of more assistance as the seniors require hands on help as they participate in Mass as well.