Anointing of the Sick

In response to Jesus' ministry of healing, the early Church anointed its sick members and later brought this action to be a Sacrament. This sacrament is for those impaired by old age, the seriously ill, and the dying.

This Sacrament, administered by a priest, is to blend the healing of the body and the spirit. It is meant to be a source of strength and healing, a special moment of grace. Done within the context of the Parish Community, it is the community caring for its sick persons uniting their pain to the mystery of Jesus' redemptive suffering within the Body of Christ.

The Sacrament is celebrated communally at Saint Joseph Catholic Community each year generally during the winter. The date and time will be posted in the bulletin. The Sacrament is also celebrated at church around Mass times, surrounded by friends and family, and in homes or care facilities if the sick person is not able to come to church.

If there is an immediate need for the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick, individual anointing can be arranged at any time by contacting our Director of Pastoral Care, who will coordinate with the Pastor. If calling after regular office hours, you will be instructed to leave a message on the emergency line.