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The Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick is a special opportunity for the Lord's healing power to touch those who are experiencing an illness or the aging process.The sacrament unites the one who is sick with the suffering, death and resurrection of Christ so the sick may know the healing presence and love of the Lord, be strengthened in faith, and experience the support of the Church.
Individual
To arrange for this sacrament, call the Parish Office at 847-885-7700. You can schedule to receive this sacrament in advance of surgery or treatment or serious disease or illness.
Communal
The community of Holy Archangels Parish is anxious to share Christ's presence in this manner. The Anointing of the Sick is celebrated at Mass twice a year. For more information, contact the Parish Office at 847-885-7700 and watch for upcoming events. -
Who might choose to be anointed?
The sacrament is for anyone with a serious illness. For some, it is an ongoing struggle in need of God’s healing strength. For others, it is a new and perhaps soon-to-be cured condition, as with surgery or other treatment. Some reasons for choosing to receive the sacrament might be: facing surgery; chronic disease; wrestling with depression, anxiety or addictions; growing weakness; seeking healing because of loss or grief. Children as well as adults of all ages can be anointed. All illness brings anxiety, and often, serious worry, therefore caregivers who are seriously affected by the illness of a spouse, parent or child can also be anointed.
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