(Healing) Anointing of the sick

Question 1

anointing of the sick:
order

Answer 1

• greeting (peace be with you)
• laying on of hands
• anointing with oil of the infirm (sick)
• prayers after anointing (lords prayer & special prayer absolution)

Question 2

anointing of the sick:
Essential words

Answer 2

• “Through this holy anointing may the Lord in his love and mercy help you with the grace of the Holy Spirit.”
  “May the Lord who frees you from sin save you and raise you up.” (The forehead AND the hands are anointed.)

Question 3

anointing of the sick:
Materials/sacramentals

Answer 3

• laying on of hands
• oil of infirm

Question 4

anointing of the sick:
minister/celebrants

Answer 4

• bishop/priest
• deacon or hospital chaplain may anoint in case of emergency
  - cant say the prayer of absolution

Question 5

anointing of the sick:
sanctifying graces

Answer 5

• healing of the soul and body
• union with Christ and his sufferings
• forgiveness of sins
• peace
• preparation for life in heaven

Question 6

anointing of the sick:
essential words

Answer 6

“Through this holy anointing may the Lord in his love and mercy help you with the grace of the Holy Spirit.”
“May the Lord who frees you from sin save you and raise you up.” (The forehead AND the hands are anointed.)