Sacraments-Anointing Of The Sick

Question 1

Why is this sacrament important?

Answer 1

1. It gives spiritual strength and physical healing
2. It joins the person with Jesus’ suffering
3. It forgives the persons sins
4. It shows the church’s love
5. It unites the Christian community
6. It prepares for the final journey at the end of life

Question 2

How is it celebrated?

Answer 2

A prayer is said for the sick person
There is a reading-sometimes James 5:14-16 Blind Bartimeus
Priest lays hand on sick person-symbol of the Holy Spirit

Question 3

How does sacrament give healing?

Answer 3

It may not be physical healing

Spiritual healing gives inner peace and strength to face the illness

Question 4

Why is sacrament important?

Answer 4

1. Follows Jesus-healing of the sick
2. Shares Jesus’ suffering
3. Shares Holy Spirit
4. Prepares for final journey